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Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov, MD

The Dalles, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lee-Valkov, Diagnostic Radiologist in The Dalles, OR?

    Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in The Dalles, OR with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Radiology. Dr. Lee-Valkov graduated from Baylor College of Medicine. Dr. Lee-Valkov is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lee-Valkov’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lee-Valkov’s office at (541) 296-7251.

    Where did Dr. Lee-Valkov go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Baylor College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Lee-Valkov board certified in Diagnostic Radiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology

    What languages does Dr. Lee-Valkov speak?

    Dr. Lee-Valkov and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Lee-Valkov treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Lee-Valkov 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. Lee-Valkov. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Right Lower Abdominal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Acute abdomen
    • Sudden stomach pain
    • Emergency abdominal pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain
    • Pain in lower right belly
    • RLQ pain
    • Right-sided lower abdominal discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R100: Acute abdomen
    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
    • R1031: Right lower quadrant pain

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Head Injury
    • Head Injuries
    • Head Trauma
    • Cranial Injury
    • Brain Injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Neck Pain
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Cervical Pain
    • Sore Neck
    • Neck Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M542: Cervicalgia

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Pelvic and Perineal Pain
    • Pelvic Pain
    • Perineum pain
    • Pelvic floor pain
    • Pain in groin area

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R102: Pelvic and perineal pain

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Chronic Low Back Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5459: Other low back pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Lee-Valkov perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Lee-Valkov's office.

    Does Dr. Lee-Valkov accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lee-Valkov accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (541) 296-7251 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lee-Valkov accept in The Dalles, OR?

    Dr. Lee-Valkov in The Dalles, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona

    • Gold Coast Health Plan

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of Arizona

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Lee-Valkov's office located?

    Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov's Primary Practice

    1700 E 19th St

    The Dalles, OR 97058

    (541) 296-7251

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    Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov's Practice 2

    1000 3rd St

    Tillamook, OR 97141

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    Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov's Practice 3

    10123 SE Market St

    Portland, OR 97216

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

    Dr. Lee-Valkov's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558386045.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lee-Valkov?

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

    What is Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov's specialty?

    Dr. Lee-Valkov is a Diagnostic Radiologist near The Dalles, OR. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Lee-Valkov to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lee-Valkov is affiliated with Dignity Health - St. John's Regional Medical Center, Community Memorial Hospital - Ventura, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Diagnostic Radiologist?

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    Is Paula Lee-Valkov accepting new patients in The Dalles, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lee-Valkov's office at (541) 296-7251 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paula Lee-Valkov?

    Please contact Dr. Lee-Valkov's office at (541) 296-7251 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov have?

    Dr. Paula Lee-Valkov is certified by the American Board of Radiology.

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