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Who is Dr. Donatelli, Pulmonologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Christopher Donatelli, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Donatelli graduated from University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine and completed his residency at Cleveland Clinic Foundation. Dr. Donatelli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Donatelli’s office.
Where did Dr. Donatelli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Foundation
Medical School: University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Donatelli speak?
Dr. Donatelli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Donatelli typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Donatelli 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. Donatelli. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Donatelli typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christopher Donatelli may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Donatelli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Donatelli accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Donatelli's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Donatelli's office located?
Dr. Christopher Donatelli's Primary Practice
411 Laurel St Ste A120
Des Moines, IA 50314
What is Dr. Donatelli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Donatelli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104117936.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Donatelli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Donatelli
What is Dr. Christopher Donatelli's specialty?
Dr. Donatelli is a Pulmonologist near Des Moines, 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. Christopher Donatelli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Donatelli is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Christopher Donatelli accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Christopher Donatelli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christopher Donatelli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Donatelli's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christopher Donatelli?
Please contact Dr. Donatelli's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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