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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dipalo, Pulmonologist in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Francis Dipalo, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Smithtown, NY. Dr. Dipalo graduated from New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine and completed his residency at New York Methodist Hospital. Dr. Dipalo is fluent in English and Portuguese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dipalo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dipalo’s office at (631) 265-0266.
Where did Dr. Dipalo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: New York Methodist Hospital
Medical School: New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine | New York College Of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dipalo speak?
Dr. Dipalo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Portuguese
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dipalo typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dipalo 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. Dipalo. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dipalo typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Dipalo may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Dipalo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dipalo accept my insurance?
Dr. Dipalo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 265-0266 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dipalo accept in Smithtown, NY?
Dr. Dipalo in Smithtown, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dipalo's office located?
What is Dr. Dipalo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dipalo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538259965.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dipalo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dipalo
What is Dr. Francis Dipalo's specialty?
Dr. Dipalo is a Pulmonologist near Smithtown, NY.
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. Francis Dipalo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dipalo is affiliated with St. Catherine Of Siena Hospital, Cape Canaveral 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
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Is Francis Dipalo accepting new patients in Smithtown, NY?
Yes, Dr. Francis Dipalo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Dipalo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dipalo's office at (631) 265-0266 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Dipalo?
Please contact Dr. Dipalo's office at (631) 265-0266 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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