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Dr. Alejandro Pla, MD

Pembroke Pines, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pla, Nephrologist in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Dr. Alejandro Pla, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pla’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pla’s office at (754) 263-2306.

    Is Dr. Pla board certified in Nephrologist?

    Yes, Dr. Alejandro Pla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pla speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Pla treat?

    As a Nephrologist, Dr. Pla 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. Pla. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 2 (Mild)
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure
    • CKD Stage 3b
    • Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 3a
    • CKD Stage 4
    • Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
    • CKD Stage 2
    • Mild Chronic Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
    • N186: End stage renal disease
    • N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
    • N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
    • N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
    • N182: Chronic kidney disease, stage 2 (mild)

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Kidney Problems
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
    • Diabetic Kidney Issues
    • Kidney Problems from Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes Renal Complications
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
    • E1129: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic kidney complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency
    • Kidney Disease Anemia
    • Renal Anemia
    • Anemia of kidney failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified
    • D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Potassium
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Potassium
    • Hyperkalemia
    • Excess Potassium

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E875: Hyperkalemia

    Also known as:

    • Acquired Kidney Cyst
    • Kidney Cysts
    • Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
    • Renal Cyst
    • Simple Kidney Cyst

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired

    Also known as:

    • High Uric Acid
    • Metabolic Disorder
    • Hyperuricemia
    • Elevated uric acid
    • Gout risk

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E790: Hyperuricemia without signs of inflammatory arthritis and tophaceous disease

    Also known as:

    • Protein in Urine
    • Urine and Urination
    • Proteinuria
    • Albuminuria
    • Foamy urine

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R809: Proteinuria, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Pla perform as a Nephrologist?

    As a Nephrologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alejandro Pla may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pla's office.

    Does Dr. Pla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (754) 263-2306 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pla accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Dr. Pla in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • SOLIS Health Plans

    • State of Florida

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Pla's office located?

    Dr. Alejandro Pla's Primary Practice

    1821 NW 123rd Ave

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33026

    (754) 263-2306

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    Dr. Alejandro Pla's Practice 2

    2001 W 68th St

    Hialeah, FL 33016

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    Dr. Alejandro Pla's Practice 3

    7800 Sheridan St

    Pembroke Pines, FL 33024

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

    Dr. Pla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780649376.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pla?

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

    What is Dr. Alejandro Pla's specialty?

    Dr. Pla is a Nephrologist near Pembroke Pines, FL. An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation. Contact Dr. Pla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alejandro Pla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pla is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Miramar, Palmetto General Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital, Hialeah 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

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    Is Alejandro Pla accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Alejandro Pla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alejandro Pla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pla's office at (754) 263-2306 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alejandro Pla?

    Please contact Dr. Pla's office at (754) 263-2306 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Alejandro Pla have?

    Dr. Alejandro Pla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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