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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Elpedes, Internist in Lake Worth, FL?
Dr. Felix Elpedes, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lake Worth, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Elpedes graduated from University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery and completed his residency at University Ill Hospital. Dr. Elpedes is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elpedes’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elpedes’s office at (561) 296-2273.
Where did Dr. Elpedes go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University Ill Hospital
Medical School: University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
What languages does Dr. Elpedes speak?
Dr. Elpedes and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Elpedes treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Elpedes 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. Elpedes. 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:
- 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
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Parkinson's Disease
- PD
- Shaking Palsy
- Paralysis Agitans
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20: Parkinson's disease
Which procedures does Dr. Elpedes perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Felix Elpedes 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. Elpedes' office.
Does Dr. Elpedes accept my insurance?
Dr. Elpedes accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 296-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elpedes accept in Lake Worth, FL?
Dr. Elpedes in Lake Worth, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Florida Community Care
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elpedes' office located?
Dr. Felix Elpedes' Primary Practice
3199 Lake Worth Rd Ste 4
Lake Worth, FL 33461
(561) 296-2273
Dr. Felix Elpedes' Practice 3
3199 Lake Worth Rd Ste B4
Palm Springs, FL 33461
(561) 296-2273
What is Dr. Elpedes's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elpedes's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447262993.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elpedes?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elpedes
What is Dr. Felix Elpedes's specialty?
Dr. Elpedes is a Internist near Lake Worth, FL.
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. Elpedes to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Felix Elpedes affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Elpedes is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Jfk Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Felix Elpedes accepting new patients in Lake Worth, FL?
Yes, Dr. Felix Elpedes is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Felix Elpedes offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elpedes's office at (561) 296-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Felix Elpedes?
Please contact Dr. Elpedes's office at (561) 296-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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