Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velho, Pulmonologist in West Burlington, IA?
Where did Dr. Velho go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Grant Government Medical College
What languages does Dr. Velho speak?
Dr. Velho and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Velho typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Velho 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. Velho. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Velho typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Valerie Velho may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Velho's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velho accept my insurance?
Dr. Velho accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 768-3200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velho accept in West Burlington, IA?
Dr. Velho in West Burlington, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Velho's office located?
Great River Medical Center
1223 S Gear Ave Ste 304
West Burlington, IA 52655
(319) 768-3200
What hospitals are Dr. Velho affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Velho has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Velho's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velho's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609893510.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velho?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velho