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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velayo-Scott, Hospitalist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velayo-Scott graduated from University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine and completed her residency at Summa Health System/NEOMED Program. Dr. Velayo-Scott is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velayo-Scott’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velayo-Scott’s office at (614) 293-7499.
Where did Dr. Velayo-Scott go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Summa Health System/NEOMED Program
Medical School: University of New England College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Velayo-Scott speak?
Dr. Velayo-Scott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Velayo-Scott treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Velayo-Scott 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. Velayo-Scott. 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.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Which procedures does Dr. Velayo-Scott perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velayo-Scott's office.
Does Dr. Velayo-Scott accept my insurance?
Dr. Velayo-Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 293-7499 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velayo-Scott accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Velayo-Scott in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velayo-Scott's office located?
Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott's Primary Practice
452 W 10th Ave
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 293-7499
What is Dr. Velayo-Scott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velayo-Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548524333.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velayo-Scott?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velayo-Scott
What is Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott's specialty?
Dr. Velayo-Scott is a Hospitalist near Columbus, OH. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Velayo-Scott to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velayo-Scott is affiliated with The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, OhioHealth Grant Medical Center, Mount Carmel East, OhioHealth Berger Hospital, Mount Carmel St. Ann's, Blanchard Valley Health System 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Alma Velayo-Scott accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alma Velayo-Scott offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velayo-Scott's office at (614) 293-7499 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alma Velayo-Scott?
Please contact Dr. Velayo-Scott's office at (614) 293-7499 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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