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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez, Internist in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Wilfredo Velez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Staten Island, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Velez graduated from Rutgers and completed his residency at Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine. Dr. Velez is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (718) 948-8200.
Where did Dr. Velez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wilford Hall Med Ctr Aetc, Internal Medicine | Wilford Hall Medical Center (AETC) Program
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | Rutgers
Is Dr. Velez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Wilfredo Velez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velez speak?
Dr. Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Velez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Blood Pressure Check with Abnormal Findings
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Screening
- Abnormal BP Reading
- Blood Pressure Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0131: Encounter for examination of blood pressure with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Velez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Wilfredo Velez may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 948-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Staten Island, NY?
Dr. Velez in Staten Island, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?
Dr. Wilfredo Velez's Primary Practice
4771 Hylan Blvd
Staten Island, NY 10312
(718) 948-8200
What is Dr. Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306807227.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez
What is Dr. Wilfredo Velez's specialty?
Dr. Velez is a Internist near Staten Island, NY.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Wilfredo Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with Staten Island University Hospital - North, Hackensack Meridian Old Bridge 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Wilfredo Velez accepting new patients in Staten Island, NY?
Yes, Dr. Wilfredo Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Wilfredo Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (718) 948-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Wilfredo Velez?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (718) 948-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Wilfredo Velez have?
Dr. Wilfredo Velez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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