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Dr. Ruben Penaranda, MD

Dr. Ruben Penaranda, MD

Miami, FL

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    Who is Dr. Penaranda, Pulmonologist in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Ruben Penaranda, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Penaranda graduated from University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine and is currently affiliated with West Gables Rehab Hospital. Dr. Penaranda is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penaranda’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penaranda’s office at (305) 779-7381.

    Where did Dr. Penaranda go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: University of Miami Leonard M. Miller School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Penaranda speak?

    Dr. Penaranda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Penaranda treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Penaranda 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. Penaranda. 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:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    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:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
    • Pre-op lung check
    • Breathing assessment before surgery
    • Respiratory clearance for procedure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination

    Does Dr. Penaranda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Penaranda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 779-7381 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Penaranda accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Penaranda in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Centene

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Florida Community Care

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Penaranda's office located?

    Dr. Ruben Penaranda's Primary Practice

    8600 SW 92nd St Ste 204B

    Miami, FL 33156

    (305) 779-7381

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    West Gables Rehab Hospital

    2525 SW 75th Ave

    Miami, FL 33155

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    Dr. Ruben Penaranda's Practice 3

    5190 SW 8th St

    Coral Gables, FL 33134

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

    Dr. Penaranda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609862408.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penaranda?

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

    What is Dr. Ruben Penaranda's specialty?

    Dr. Penaranda is a Pulmonologist near Miami, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Penaranda to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruben Penaranda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Penaranda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Jackson Memorial 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with 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 Ruben Penaranda accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ruben Penaranda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruben Penaranda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Penaranda's office at (305) 779-7381 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruben Penaranda?

    Please contact Dr. Penaranda's office at (305) 779-7381 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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