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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Villacreses, Pulmonologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Raul Villacreses, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA. Dr. Villacreses graduated from International Medical School and completed his residency at University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics. Dr. Villacreses is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Villacreses’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Villacreses’s office at (319) 356-8133.
Where did Dr. Villacreses go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: International Medical School
What languages does Dr. Villacreses speak?
Dr. Villacreses and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Villacreses typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Villacreses 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. Villacreses. 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:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Villacreses typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Villacreses 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. Villacreses. 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:
- 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
Does Dr. Villacreses accept my insurance?
Dr. Villacreses accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-8133 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Villacreses accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Villacreses in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Medicare
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Where is Dr. Villacreses' office located?
What is Dr. Villacreses's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Villacreses's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386901817.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Villacreses?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Villacreses
What is Dr. Raul Villacreses's specialty?
Dr. Villacreses is a Pulmonologist near Iowa City, IA.
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. Raul Villacreses affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Villacreses is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Downtown 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 Raul Villacreses accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Raul Villacreses is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raul Villacreses offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Villacreses's office at (319) 356-8133 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raul Villacreses?
Please contact Dr. Villacreses's office at (319) 356-8133 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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