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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perez, Pulmonologist in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Ricardo Perez, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Middletown, CT with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Perez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perez’s office at (860) 358-6446.
What languages does Dr. Perez speak?
Dr. Perez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Perez treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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.
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Perez perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Perez 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. Perez. 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.
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
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Perez accept my insurance?
Dr. Perez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 358-6446 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perez accept in Middletown, CT?
Dr. Perez in Middletown, CT 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
CarePartners of Connecticut
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthComp
Medicare
Memphis Managed Care
State of Connecticut
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Perez's office located?
What is Dr. Perez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932544475.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perez
What is Dr. Ricardo Perez's specialty?
Dr. Perez is a Pulmonologist near Middletown, CT. 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. Contact Dr. Perez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ricardo Perez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perez is affiliated with Middlesex 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
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Is Ricardo Perez accepting new patients in Middletown, CT?
Yes, Dr. Ricardo Perez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ricardo Perez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (860) 358-6446 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ricardo Perez?
Please contact Dr. Perez's office at (860) 358-6446 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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