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Dr. Ruben Torrez, MD

Santa Fe, NM

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torrez, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Ruben Torrez, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Fe, NM. He is board certified. Dr. Torrez completed his residency at Memorial Medical Ctr, Family Medicine; Scottsdale Hlthcare-Osborn, Family Medicine. Dr. Torrez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torrez’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torrez’s office at (575) 526-7777.

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

    • Residency: Memorial Medical Ctr, Family Medicine; Scottsdale Hlthcare-Osborn, Family Medicine

    Is Dr. Torrez board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Torrez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Torrez speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torrez typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Torrez 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. Torrez. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Torrez typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ruben Torrez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Torrez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Torrez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torrez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (575) 526-7777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torrez accept in Santa Fe, NM?

    Dr. Torrez in Santa Fe, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Presbyterian Healthcare Services

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Torrez's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Torrez's Primary Practice

    1422 Paseo de Peralta

    Santa Fe, NM 87501

    (575) 526-7777

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

    Dr. Torrez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770546756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torrez?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Torrez's specialty?

    Dr. Torrez is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Fe, NM.

    What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?

    Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.

    Is this Dr. Ruben Torrez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torrez is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Christus St. Vincent Regional 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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 Ruben Torrez accepting new patients in Santa Fe, NM?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Torrez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Torrez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torrez's office at (575) 526-7777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruben Torrez?

    Please contact Dr. Torrez's office at (575) 526-7777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruben Torrez have?

    Dr. Ruben Torrez is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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