Ignacio Echenique
Ignacio Echenique is a Colon & Rectal Surgery specialist based in San Juan, PR with over 47 years of clinical experience. Offers virtual telehealth visits.
With over 47 years in colon & rectal surgery, Ignacio Echenique is a long-established colon & rectal surgery specialist in San Juan. He graduated from University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine in 1979 and has 47+ years of clinical experience. Among his Medicare patients, common conditions include hypertension, high cholesterol, and diabetes (per CMS data).
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Contact & Location
Practice Location
Hospital Auxilio Mutuo 1200 Ave Ponce De Leon, San Juan, PR 00907-3918
What This Doctor Treats Most
Based on Medicare claims data — here's what patients commonly see this doctor for
Based on Medicare data, this doctor primarily manages Hypertension, High Cholesterol, and Diabetes.
High blood pressure — a leading risk factor for heart disease and stroke
US avg: 70.2%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Elevated cholesterol or triglycerides that increase heart disease risk
US avg: 70.4%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
A condition where the body cannot properly regulate blood sugar levels
US avg: 34.5%↑ More patients than average (+25%) — a focus area for this doctor
Joint inflammation causing pain, swelling, and stiffness
US avg: 49.3%↓ Fewer patients than average (-8%) — less common here
Gradual loss of kidney function over time, often linked to diabetes or hypertension
US avg: 29.6%↓ Fewer patients than average (-1%) — less common here
Diseases involving abnormal cell growth with potential to spread to other body parts
US avg: 20.8%↑ More patients than average (+5%) — a focus area for this doctor
Excessive worry or fear that interferes with daily life
US avg: 34.1%↓ Fewer patients than average (-13%) — less common here
Percentage of this provider's Medicare patients diagnosed with each condition. Source: CMS Utilization Data.
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Background & Specialty
Education, training, and specialty classification from CMS NPPES and Medicare records.
Graduated medical school · 1979
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine
47 years in practice
Senior practitioner
A colon and rectal surgeon is trained to diagnose and treat various diseases of the intestinal tract, colon, rectum, anal canal and perianal area by medical and surgical means. This specialist also deals with other organs and tissues (such as the liver, urinary and female reproductive system) involved with primary intestinal disease.
Taxonomy: 208C00000X
Education & Training
University of Puerto Rico School of Medicine (Class of 1979)
Mailing address
534 Calle Tintillo Urb Tintillo Hls, Guaynabo, PR 00966-1667
Differs from practice location
Virtual Colon & Rectal Surgery Care With Ignacio Echenique
NPPES records indicate this provider offers telehealth services. Contact the office to confirm availability and scheduling.
Schedule a virtual visit with Ignacio Echenique for blood pressure monitoring, cholesterol management, diabetes check-ins — no travel to San Juan required. The office sends a secure video link before your appointment. Most visits take 15–30 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Ignacio Echenique
NPI records show Dr. Echenique as active with telehealth listed in San Juan, PR. NPI status alone doesn't confirm open availability — call the office to confirm. Phone: (787) 296-0949.
Sourced from CMS NPPES · OIG LEIE · CMS Medicare Part D · CMS Physician Comparator. See Data Methodology.
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Contact Ignacio Echenique
Practice Location
Hospital Auxilio Mutuo 1200 Ave Ponce De Leon, San Juan, PR 00907-3918
Mailing Address
534 Calle Tintillo Urb Tintillo Hls, Guaynabo, PR 00966-1667
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