33 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pacheco, Rheumatologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Leroy Pacheco, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified. Dr. Pacheco graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine and completed his residency at University Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pacheco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pacheco’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pacheco’s office at (505) 341-4148.
Where did Dr. Pacheco go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Hosp, Internal Medicine | UNIVERSITY HOSPITAL
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il | University of Illinois College of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pacheco speak?
Dr. Pacheco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pacheco treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Pacheco 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. Pacheco. 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.
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Long-Term Antimetabolite Use
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
- Chronic antimetabolite therapy
- Ongoing antimetabolite treatment
- Antimetabolite drug use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
- Z79631: Long term (current) use of antimetabolite agent
Also known as:
- Other Lupus Condition
- Lupus
- Discoid Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- Different Types of Lupus
- Atypical Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- DLE
- Skin lupus
- Chronic cutaneous lupus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M328: Other forms of systemic lupus erythematosus
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- L930: Discoid lupus erythematosus
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Juvenile Arthritis
- Juvenile idiopathic arthritis
- Rheumatoid arthritis
- Childhood arthritis
- JIA
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0809: Unspecified juvenile rheumatoid arthritis, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome with Dry Eyes
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjögren's Keratoconjunctivitis
- Dry Eye Disease from Sjogren's', 'Sjogren's Affecting Eyes
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3501: Sjogren syndrome with keratoconjunctivitis
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis of Finger/Toe Joints
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- DIP psoriatic arthritis
- Psoriasis in finger joints
- Psoriatic toe arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4051: Distal interphalangeal psoriatic arthropathy
Also known as:
- Plaque Psoriasis
- Psoriasis
- Common psoriasis
- Chronic plaque psoriasis
- Psoriasis of the skin
ICD-10 Codes:
- L400: Psoriasis vulgaris
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunosuppressive Biologic Use
- Chronic biologic therapy
- Taking biologic immunosuppressants
- Biologic immune suppressants
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79620: Long term (current) use of immunosuppressive biologic
Also known as:
- Long-term Bisphosphonate Use
- Chronic bisphosphonate therapy
- Taking bisphosphonates long-term
- Bone density medication
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7983: Long term (current) use of bisphosphonates
Which procedures does Dr. Pacheco perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Leroy Pacheco may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pacheco's office.
Does Dr. Pacheco accept my insurance?
Dr. Pacheco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 341-4148 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pacheco accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Pacheco in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Hawaii-Mainland Administrators (HMA)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
OptumRx
Presbyterian Health Plan
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pacheco's office located?
Dr. Leroy Pacheco's Primary Practice
1617 University Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 341-4148
What is Dr. Pacheco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pacheco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568438752.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pacheco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pacheco
What is Dr. Leroy Pacheco's specialty?
Dr. Pacheco is a Rheumatologist near Albuquerque, NM. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Pacheco to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Leroy Pacheco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pacheco is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Presbyterian Santa Fe Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Rheumatologist?
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Is Leroy Pacheco accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Leroy Pacheco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Leroy Pacheco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pacheco's office at (505) 341-4148 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Leroy Pacheco?
Please contact Dr. Pacheco's office at (505) 341-4148 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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