Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Crespo, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Maria Crespo, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Crespo graduated from UNIVERSITY DE SANTANDER, SANTANDER and completed her residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center. Dr. Crespo is fluent in English, French, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Crespo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Crespo’s office at (215) 662-3202.
Where did Dr. Crespo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Pittsburgh Medical School, Pittsburgh, PA | Brigham & Women's Hospital, Boston, MA | Memorial Sloan-Kettering Cancer Center, New York, NY | Bronx Lebanon Hospital Center, Bronx, NY
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center
Medical School: UNIVERSITY DE SANTANDER, SANTANDER
What languages does Dr. Crespo speak?
Dr. Crespo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Crespo typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Crespo 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. Crespo. 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
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
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Crespo typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Crespo performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Crespo. 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:
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Crespo accept my insurance?
Dr. Crespo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-3202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Crespo accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Crespo in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Crespo's office located?
What is Dr. Crespo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Crespo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376515965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Crespo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Crespo
What is Dr. Maria Crespo's specialty?
Dr. Crespo is a Pulmonologist near Philadelphia, PA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Maria Crespo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Crespo is affiliated with Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Penn Presbyterian Medical Center 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maria Crespo accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Maria Crespo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Crespo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Crespo's office at (215) 662-3202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Crespo?
Please contact Dr. Crespo's office at (215) 662-3202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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