Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vega Sanchez, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Vega Sanchez?
Dr. Maria-Elena Vega Sanchez, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Vega Sanchez empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, Sleep Medicine, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Philadelphia, PA community, Dr. Vega Sanchez is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Vega Sanchez board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Maria-Elena Vega Sanchez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vega Sanchez speak?
Dr. Vega Sanchez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Vega Sanchez typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Vega Sanchez 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. Vega Sanchez. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Vega Sanchez typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria-Elena Vega Sanchez may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Vega Sanchez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vega Sanchez accept my insurance?
Dr. Vega Sanchez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vega Sanchez accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Vega Sanchez in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Vega Sanchez's office located?
Temple Lung Center
3401 North Broad Street
Ambulatory Care Center, Floor 5
Philadelphia, PA 19140
What hospitals are Dr. Vega Sanchez affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Vega Sanchez has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Castle Connolly Doctor’s Choice Awards
Doctor’s Choice - 2025
Among the most nominated for the Castle Connolly Top Doctor recognition in 2025
What is Dr. Vega Sanchez's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vega Sanchez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871754895.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vega Sanchez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vega Sanchez