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Who is Dr. Vel, Hospitalist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vel’s office at (305) 364-2107.
What languages does Dr. Vel speak?
Dr. Vel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vel typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vel 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. Vel. 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
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vel typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel may include:
Please contact Dr. Vel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vel accept my insurance?
Dr. Vel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 364-2107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vel accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Vel in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vel's office located?
Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel's Primary Practice
3050 Champion Ring Rd
Fort Myers, FL 33905
(305) 364-2107
What is Dr. Vel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508281437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vel
What is Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel's specialty?
Dr. Vel is a Hospitalist near Fort Myers, FL.
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. Jean-Jacque Vel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vel is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital, Gulf Coast Medical Center. 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Jean-Jacque Vel accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jean-Jacque Vel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vel's office at (305) 364-2107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jean-Jacque Vel?
Please contact Dr. Vel's office at (305) 364-2107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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