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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perelas, Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Apostolos Perelas, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA. Dr. Perelas graduated from University of Athens School of Health Sciences and completed his residency at Albert Einstein Medical Center Program. Dr. Perelas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perelas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perelas’s office at (804) 560-8920.
Where did Dr. Perelas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Albert Einstein Medical Center Program
Medical School: University of Athens School of Health Sciences
What languages does Dr. Perelas speak?
Dr. Perelas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Perelas typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Perelas 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. Perelas. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Perelas typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Apostolos Perelas may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Perelas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perelas accept my insurance?
Dr. Perelas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 560-8920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perelas accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Perelas in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Commercial
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Perelas' office located?
Dr. Apostolos Perelas' Primary Practice
9000 Stony Point Pkwy
Richmond, VA 23235
(804) 560-8920
What is Dr. Perelas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perelas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932463189.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perelas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perelas
What is Dr. Apostolos Perelas's specialty?
Dr. Perelas is a Pulmonologist near Richmond, VA.
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. Apostolos Perelas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perelas is affiliated with Sentara Careplex Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Apostolos Perelas accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Apostolos Perelas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Apostolos Perelas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perelas's office at (804) 560-8920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Apostolos Perelas?
Please contact Dr. Perelas's office at (804) 560-8920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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