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Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega, MD

East Point, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lopez Vega, Hospitalist in East Point, GA?

    Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in East Point, GA. Dr. Lopez Vega completed his residency at RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program. Dr. Lopez Vega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lopez Vega’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lopez Vega’s office at (478) 322-4946.

    Where did Dr. Lopez Vega go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: RowanSOM/OPTI/AHS Morristown Medical Center Program

    What languages does Dr. Lopez Vega speak?

    Dr. Lopez Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lopez Vega typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lopez Vega 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. Lopez Vega. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lopez Vega typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lopez Vega's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lopez Vega accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lopez Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (478) 322-4946 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lopez Vega accept in East Point, GA?

    Dr. Lopez Vega in East Point, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carepoint Health

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Lopez Vega's office located?

    Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega's Primary Practice

    1170 Cleveland Ave

    East Point, GA 30344

    (478) 322-4946

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    What is Dr. Lopez Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Lopez Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891073482.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lopez Vega?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lopez Vega

    What is Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega's specialty?

    Dr. Lopez Vega is a Hospitalist near East Point, GA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    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.

    Is this Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lopez Vega is affiliated with Memorial Satilla Health, Aiken Regional Medical Centers, Grand Strand Regional Medical Center, Optim Medical Center - Tattnall, Fairview Park 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Roberto Lopez Vega accepting new patients in East Point, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Roberto Lopez Vega offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez Vega's office at (478) 322-4946 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Roberto Lopez Vega?

    Please contact Dr. Lopez Vega's office at (478) 322-4946 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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