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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velasco, Internist in Rome, GA?
Dr. John Paul Velasco, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rome, GA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Velasco is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velasco’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velasco’s office at (336) 667-4178.
What languages does Dr. Velasco speak?
Dr. Velasco and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Velasco typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Velasco 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. Velasco. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Velasco typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. John Paul Velasco may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Velasco's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velasco accept my insurance?
Dr. Velasco accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 667-4178 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velasco accept in Rome, GA?
Dr. Velasco in Rome, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Trustmark Mutual Holding Company
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velasco's office located?
Dr. John Paul Velasco's Primary Practice
990 Veterans Memorial Hwy NE # A
Rome, GA 30161
(336) 667-4178
What is Dr. Velasco's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velasco's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598029704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velasco?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velasco
What is Dr. John Paul Velasco's specialty?
Dr. Velasco is a Internist near Rome, GA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. John Paul Velasco affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velasco is affiliated with Atrium Health Navicent 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is John Paul Velasco accepting new patients in Rome, GA?
Yes, Dr. John Paul Velasco is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Paul Velasco offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (336) 667-4178 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Paul Velasco?
Please contact Dr. Velasco's office at (336) 667-4178 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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