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Dr. Gladys Cardenas, DO

Fort Lauderdale, FL

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Cardenas, Anesthesiologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Gladys Cardenas, DO is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 27 years. Dr. Cardenas completed her residency at Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Anesthesiology. Dr. Cardenas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cardenas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cardenas’s office at (954) 485-5666.

    Where did Dr. Cardenas go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Miami/Jackson Mem Mc, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Nova Se University, Coll of Osteo Med, Ft Lauderdale Fl | Nova Southeastern College Of Osteopathic Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Cardenas speak?

    Dr. Cardenas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Cardenas typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Cardenas 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. Cardenas. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spinal Stenosis with Nerve Pain in Legs
    • Spinal Stenosis
    • Lumbar Spinal Stenosis with Claudication
    • Narrowing of Lower Back Spinal Canal with Leg Pain
    • Nerve Compression in Lower Back with Walking Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M48062: Spinal stenosis, lumbar region with neurogenic claudication

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    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

    Does Dr. Cardenas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Cardenas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 485-5666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Cardenas accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Cardenas in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Cardenas' office located?

    Anesco North Broward Llc

    3601 W Commercial Blvd Ste 5

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33309

    (954) 485-5666

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    Dr. Gladys Cardenas' Practice 2

    3000 Coral Hills Dr

    Coral Springs, FL 33065

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    Dr. Gladys Cardenas' Practice 3

    901 45th St

    Mangonia Park, FL 33407

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    What is Dr. Cardenas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Cardenas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740241397.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cardenas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cardenas

    What is Dr. Gladys Cardenas's specialty?

    Dr. Cardenas is a Anesthesiologist near Fort Lauderdale, 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. Gladys Cardenas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Cardenas is affiliated with Baystate Medical Center, Unc Health Blue Ridge, Broward Health Coral Springs, Froedtert Pleasant Prairie 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

    When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Gladys Cardenas accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Gladys Cardenas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gladys Cardenas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (954) 485-5666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gladys Cardenas?

    Please contact Dr. Cardenas's office at (954) 485-5666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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