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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vellozo, Internist in Walnut Ridge, AR?
Dr. Paul Vellozo, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Walnut Ridge, AR with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vellozo graduated from Texas A&M University and completed his residency at Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vellozo is fluent in English, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vellozo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vellozo’s office at (870) 886-3211.
Where did Dr. Vellozo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Tx Southwestern Med Sch, Internal Medicine | University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program
Medical School: Dow Med College University Of Karachi Pakistan | Texas A&M University | Khyber Med College
Is Dr. Vellozo board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Paul Vellozo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vellozo speak?
Dr. Vellozo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Vellozo treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vellozo 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. Vellozo. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
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
What procedures does Dr. Vellozo perform?
As a Internist, Dr. Vellozo 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. Vellozo. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Does Dr. Vellozo accept my insurance?
Dr. Vellozo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 886-3211 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vellozo accept in Walnut Ridge, AR?
Dr. Vellozo in Walnut Ridge, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arkansas
Centene
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
State of Arkansas
State of Tennessee
Summit Community Care
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vellozo's office located?
What is Dr. Vellozo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vellozo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386744274.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vellozo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vellozo
What is Dr. Paul Vellozo's specialty?
Dr. Vellozo is a Internist near Walnut Ridge, AR.
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. Vellozo to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Paul Vellozo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vellozo is affiliated with St. Bernards Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Paul Vellozo accepting new patients in Walnut Ridge, AR?
Yes, Dr. Paul Vellozo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Vellozo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vellozo's office at (870) 886-3211 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Vellozo?
Please contact Dr. Vellozo's office at (870) 886-3211 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Vellozo have?
Dr. Paul Vellozo is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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