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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pizzorno, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Coupeville, WA?
Dr. Galen Pizzorno, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Coupeville, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pizzorno is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pizzorno’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pizzorno’s office at (337) 494-3000.
What languages does Dr. Pizzorno speak?
Dr. Pizzorno and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pizzorno typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Pizzorno 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. Pizzorno. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fast Heartbeat
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Arrhythmia
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Pizzorno typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Galen Pizzorno may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Pizzorno's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pizzorno accept my insurance?
Dr. Pizzorno accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 494-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pizzorno accept in Coupeville, WA?
Dr. Pizzorno in Coupeville, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cambia Health Solutions
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pizzorno's office located?
What is Dr. Pizzorno's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pizzorno's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881199370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pizzorno?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pizzorno
What is Dr. Galen Pizzorno's specialty?
Dr. Pizzorno is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Coupeville, WA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Galen Pizzorno affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pizzorno is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Samaritan Hospital - Moses Lake, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, Uw Medical Center - Montlake, Confluence Health Hospital - Central Campus, Swedish First Hill Campus 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Galen Pizzorno accepting new patients in Coupeville, WA?
Yes, Dr. Galen Pizzorno is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Galen Pizzorno offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pizzorno's office at (337) 494-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Galen Pizzorno?
Please contact Dr. Pizzorno's office at (337) 494-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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