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Who is Dr. Gomez-Vazquez, Anesthesiologist in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Laredo, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Gomez-Vazquez completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Gomez-Vazquez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gomez-Vazquez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gomez-Vazquez’s office at (956) 523-2000.
Where did Dr. Gomez-Vazquez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Anesthesiology; Univ Hosp-S Tx Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Hospital S Tx Med Center
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Gomez-Vazquez board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Gomez-Vazquez speak?
Dr. Gomez-Vazquez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gomez-Vazquez typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gomez-Vazquez 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. Gomez-Vazquez. 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:
- Tooth Decay
- Cavities
- Dental Caries
- Tooth Rot
ICD-10 Codes:
- K029: Dental caries, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Gallbladder Disease
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Acute Appendicitis
- Appendicitis
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Impacted Teeth
- Tooth Disorder
- Stuck teeth
- Unerupted teeth
- Teeth that won't come in
ICD-10 Codes:
- K011: Impacted teeth
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Gomez-Vazquez typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Gomez-Vazquez 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. Gomez-Vazquez. 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:
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
CPT Codes:
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Thoracic Paravertebral Nerve Block
- Knee Nerve Pain Injection
- Mid-Back Nerve Block
- Thoracic Spinal Nerve Injection
- Paravertebral Pain Block
- Genicular Nerve Block
- Knee Pain Steroid Injection
- Knee Nerve Anesthetic Injection
CPT Codes:
- 64461: Paravertebral block (PVB) (paraspinous block), thoracic; single injection site (includes imaging guidance, when performed)
- 64454: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; genicular nerve branches, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Gomez-Vazquez accept my insurance?
Dr. Gomez-Vazquez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 523-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gomez-Vazquez accept in Laredo, TX?
Dr. Gomez-Vazquez in Laredo, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gomez-Vazquez's office located?
Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez's Primary Practice
10700 McPherson Rd
Laredo, TX 78045
(956) 523-2000
What is Dr. Gomez-Vazquez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gomez-Vazquez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083680227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gomez-Vazquez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gomez-Vazquez
What is Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez's specialty?
Dr. Gomez-Vazquez is a Anesthesiologist near Laredo, TX.
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. Jose Gomez-Vazquez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gomez-Vazquez is affiliated with Doctors Hospital Of Laredo which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jose Gomez-Vazquez accepting new patients in Laredo, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gomez-Vazquez's office at (956) 523-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Gomez-Vazquez?
Please contact Dr. Gomez-Vazquez's office at (956) 523-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez have?
Dr. Jose Gomez-Vazquez is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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