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Who is Dr. Hountras, Critical Care Internist in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Peter Hountras, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Aurora, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Hountras is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hountras’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hountras’s office at (720) 848-0000.
What languages does Dr. Hountras speak?
Dr. Hountras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hountras typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hountras 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. Hountras. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Hountras typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Hountras performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Hountras. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Hountras accept my insurance?
Dr. Hountras 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. Hountras accept in Aurora, CO?
Dr. Hountras in Aurora, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Hountras' office located?
What is Dr. Hountras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hountras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689973075.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hountras?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hountras
What is Dr. Peter Hountras's specialty?
Dr. Hountras is a Critical Care Internist near Aurora, CO.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Peter Hountras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hountras is affiliated with Uchealth University Of Colorado Hospital, Banner Wyoming Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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 Peter Hountras accepting new patients in Aurora, CO?
Yes, Dr. Peter Hountras is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Hountras offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hountras's office at (720) 848-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Hountras?
Please contact Dr. Hountras's office at (720) 848-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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