Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Diaz, Anesthesiologist in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Walter Diaz, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Diaz graduated from New York University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology. Dr. Diaz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Diaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Diaz’s office.
Where did Dr. Diaz go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology
Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny | New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Diaz board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Walter Diaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Diaz speak?
Dr. Diaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Diaz typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Diaz diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Diaz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Diaz typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Diaz performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Diaz. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
- TAP block
- Transversus abdominis plane block
- Rectus sheath block
- Abdominal pain injection
CPT Codes:
- 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
Does Dr. Diaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Diaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Diaz accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Diaz in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Diaz's office located?
What is Dr. Diaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Diaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821062530.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Diaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Diaz
What is Dr. Walter Diaz's specialty?
Dr. Diaz is a Anesthesiologist near Plantation, FL.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Walter Diaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Diaz is affiliated with Memorial Hospital West, Memorial Regional Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Walter Diaz accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Walter Diaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Walter Diaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Walter Diaz?
Please contact Dr. Diaz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Walter Diaz have?
Dr. Walter Diaz is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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