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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pena Polanco, Internist in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cedar Rapids, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pena Polanco is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pena Polanco’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pena Polanco’s office at (216) 861-6200.
What languages does Dr. Pena Polanco speak?
Dr. Pena Polanco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Pena Polanco treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pena Polanco 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. Pena Polanco. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Pena Polanco perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pena Polanco's office.
Does Dr. Pena Polanco accept my insurance?
Dr. Pena Polanco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 861-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pena Polanco accept in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Dr. Pena Polanco in Cedar Rapids, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Premera Blue Cross
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Pena Polanco's office located?
Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco's Primary Practice
788 8th Ave SE Ste 204
Cedar Rapids, IA 52401
(216) 861-6200
What is Dr. Pena Polanco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pena Polanco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063064426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pena Polanco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pena Polanco
What is Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco's specialty?
Dr. Pena Polanco is a Internist near Cedar Rapids, IA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Pena Polanco to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pena Polanco is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center - Cedar Rapids, IA, UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's Hospital - Cedar Rapids 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Valerie Pena Polanco accepting new patients in Cedar Rapids, IA?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerie Pena Polanco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pena Polanco's office at (216) 861-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerie Pena Polanco?
Please contact Dr. Pena Polanco's office at (216) 861-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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