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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pruitt, Critical Care Surgeon in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Valerie Pruitt, MD is a Critical Care Surgeon, who primarily practices in Pensacola, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Pruitt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pruitt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pruitt’s office at (850) 416-6159.
Is Dr. Pruitt board certified as a Critical Care Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Pruitt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Pruitt speak?
Dr. Pruitt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Pruitt typically treat?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, Dr. Pruitt 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. Pruitt. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Critical Care Surgeon like Dr. Pruitt typically perform?
As a Critical Care Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie Pruitt may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
Please contact Dr. Pruitt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pruitt accept my insurance?
Dr. Pruitt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (850) 416-6159 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pruitt accept in Pensacola, FL?
Dr. Pruitt in Pensacola, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Pruitt's office located?
What is Dr. Pruitt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pruitt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033227681.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pruitt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pruitt
What is Dr. Valerie Pruitt's specialty?
Dr. Pruitt is a Critical Care Surgeon near Pensacola, FL.
What does a Critical Care Surgeon do?
A surgeon specializing in critical care medicine is an expert in managing critically ill and postoperative patients, particularly trauma victims. They are responsible to diagnose, treat, and support patients with multiple organ dysfunction. In addition to clinical care, these specialists may oversee the administration of intensive care units and coordinate patient care between the primary physician, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Valerie Pruitt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pruitt is affiliated with Ascension Sacred Heart Pensacola 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
When to see a Critical Care Surgeon?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Valerie Pruitt accepting new patients in Pensacola, FL?
Yes, Dr. Valerie Pruitt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Valerie Pruitt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pruitt's office at (850) 416-6159 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Valerie Pruitt?
Please contact Dr. Pruitt's office at (850) 416-6159 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Valerie Pruitt have?
Dr. Valerie Pruitt is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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