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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.
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:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
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
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
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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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