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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penaloza, Internist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Richard Penaloza, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Penaloza completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Penaloza is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penaloza’s practice accepts Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penaloza’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Penaloza?
Dr. Richard Penaloza, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Penaloza empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Executive Health, Preventive Medicine, Sports Medicine, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Aurora/CO community, Dr. Penaloza is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Penaloza go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine; Healthone Presby-St Luke'S M C, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il
Is Dr. Penaloza board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Richard Penaloza, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penaloza speak?
Dr. Penaloza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Penaloza treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Penaloza 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. Penaloza. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Subacute Cough
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
- Lingering cough
- Persistent cough (medium term)
- Prolonged cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
- R052: Subacute cough
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes nerve issues
- Diabetic nervous system problems
- Nerve damage from type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1149: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other diabetic neurological complication
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Acute Maxillary Sinus Infection
- Sinusitis
- Acute maxillary sinusitis
- Short-term cheekbone sinus infection
- Maxillary sinus inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0100: Acute maxillary sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic pain syndrome
- Chronic Pain
- Persistent pain syndrome
- Long-term pain condition
- Chronic widespread pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G894: Chronic pain syndrome
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Penaloza perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Richard Penaloza may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Penaloza's office.
Does Dr. Penaloza accept my insurance?
Dr. Penaloza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (720) 848-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penaloza accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Penaloza in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna
CMS
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Empire Blue Cross Blue Shield
Oscar
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Where is Dr. Penaloza's office located?
What is Dr. Penaloza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penaloza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750471330.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penaloza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penaloza
What is Dr. Richard Penaloza's specialty?
Dr. Penaloza is a Internist near Aurora, CO.
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. Penaloza to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Richard Penaloza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penaloza is affiliated with UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Richard Penaloza accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Richard Penaloza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Richard Penaloza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penaloza's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Richard Penaloza?
Please contact Dr. Penaloza's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Penaloza have?
Dr. Richard Penaloza is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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