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Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Pittsburgh, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Valencia-Velez, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Valencia-Velez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valencia-Velez’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valencia-Velez’s office at (412) 647-3333.

    What languages does Dr. Valencia-Velez speak?

    Dr. Valencia-Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Valencia-Velez typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Valencia-Velez 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. Valencia-Velez. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Valencia-Velez typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez may include:

    Please contact Dr. Valencia-Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Valencia-Velez accept my insurance?

    Dr. Valencia-Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 647-3333 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Valencia-Velez accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Valencia-Velez in Pittsburgh, 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Valencia-Velez's office located?

    Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez's Primary Practice

    200 Lothrop St

    Pittsburgh, PA 15213

    (412) 647-3333

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

    Dr. Valencia-Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225616600.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valencia-Velez?

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

    What is Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez's specialty?

    Dr. Valencia-Velez is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Valencia-Velez is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, Inova Fairfax 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

    When to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Valencia-Velez's office at (412) 647-3333 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Julio Valencia-Velez?

    Please contact Dr. Valencia-Velez's office at (412) 647-3333 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Valencia-Velez's office located?

    Dr. Valencia-Velez's office is located in Pittsburgh, PA.