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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Calero, Pulmonologist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Karel Calero, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Calero is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Calero’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Calero’s office at (813) 259-0619.
Is Dr. Calero board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Karel Calero, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Calero speak?
Dr. Calero and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Calero typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Calero 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. Calero. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, 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
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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Calero typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karel Calero may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Calero's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Calero accept my insurance?
Dr. Calero accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 259-0619 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Calero accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Calero in Tampa, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Calero's office located?
Dr. Karel Calero's Primary Practice
12901 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Tampa, FL 33612
(813) 259-0619
What is Dr. Calero's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Calero's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194979245.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Calero?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Calero
What is Dr. Karel Calero's specialty?
Dr. Calero is a Pulmonologist near Tampa, FL.
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. Karel Calero affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Calero is affiliated with Tampa General 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Karel Calero accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Karel Calero is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karel Calero offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Calero's office at (813) 259-0619 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karel Calero?
Please contact Dr. Calero's office at (813) 259-0619 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Karel Calero have?
Dr. Karel Calero is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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