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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez, Pulmonologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Maria Velez, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (210) 358-3038.
What languages does Dr. Velez speak?
Dr. Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Velez typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Velez typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Maria Velez may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Velez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 358-3038 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Velez in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?
What is Dr. Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881823540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez
What is Dr. Maria Velez's specialty?
Dr. Velez is a Pulmonologist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Maria Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Maria Velez accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Maria Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maria Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (210) 358-3038 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maria Velez?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (210) 358-3038 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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