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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paez, Pulmonologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Rafael Paez, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Paez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paez’s office at (615) 322-5000.
What languages does Dr. Paez speak?
Dr. Paez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paez typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Paez 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. Paez. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paez typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Paez 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. Paez. 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 Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Paez accept my insurance?
Dr. Paez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paez accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Paez in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Paez's office located?
Dr. Rafael Paez's Primary Practice
3601 The Vanderbilt Clinic
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-5000
What is Dr. Paez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821447301.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paez
What is Dr. Rafael Paez's specialty?
Dr. Paez is a Pulmonologist near Nashville, TN.
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. Rafael Paez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paez is affiliated with Mercy Health - Lourdes Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rafael Paez accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Paez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Paez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paez's office at (615) 322-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Paez?
Please contact Dr. Paez's office at (615) 322-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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