Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alba Yunen, Critical Care Internist in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Rafael Alba Yunen, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Jesup, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alba Yunen graduated from Ibero American University (UNIBE) School of Medicine - Gazcue, Santo Domingo. Dr. Alba Yunen is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alba Yunen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alba Yunen’s office at (912) 466-5504.
Where did Dr. Alba Yunen go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Mount Sinai Hospital (affiliated with Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai) - New York, NY | University of Tennessee Health Science Center - Knoxville, TN
Medical School: Ibero American University (UNIBE) School of Medicine - Gazcue, Santo Domingo
What languages does Dr. Alba Yunen speak?
Dr. Alba Yunen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Alba Yunen typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Alba Yunen 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. Alba Yunen. 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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Alba Yunen typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Alba Yunen performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Alba Yunen. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Overnight Pulse Oximetry
- Pulse Oximetry
- Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
- Sleep Oxygen Test
- Nocturnal Oximetry
- Overnight O2 Saturation Test
CPT Codes:
- 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Alba Yunen accept my insurance?
Dr. Alba Yunen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (912) 466-5504 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alba Yunen accept in Jesup, GA?
Dr. Alba Yunen in Jesup, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Healthgram
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Alba Yunen's office located?
What is Dr. Alba Yunen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alba Yunen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497901987.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alba Yunen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alba Yunen
What is Dr. Rafael Alba Yunen's specialty?
Dr. Alba Yunen is a Critical Care Internist near Jesup, GA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Rafael Alba Yunen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alba Yunen is affiliated with Southeast Georgia Health System Brunswick Campus 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
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Is Rafael Alba Yunen accepting new patients in Jesup, GA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Alba Yunen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Alba Yunen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alba Yunen's office at (912) 466-5504 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Alba Yunen?
Please contact Dr. Alba Yunen's office at (912) 466-5504 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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