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Dr. Faullin Paletsky, MD

Rockville, MD

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Paletsky, Internist in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Faullin Paletsky, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rockville, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Paletsky is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paletsky’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paletsky’s office.

    Where did Dr. Paletsky go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Paletsky board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Faullin Paletsky, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Paletsky speak?

    Dr. Paletsky and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Paletsky treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Paletsky 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. Paletsky. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Severe Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection
    • Systemic Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
    • R6520: Severe sepsis without septic shock

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Urgency
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure Urgency
    • Urgent High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
    • I160: Hypertensive urgency

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    Also known as:

    • Transient Ischemic Attack
    • Mini-Stroke
    • Warning Stroke

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified

    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:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Sodium Levels
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Sodium
    • Hyponatremia
    • Low Blood Sodium
    • Sodium Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia

    Which procedures does Dr. Paletsky perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Faullin Paletsky may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paletsky's office.

    Does Dr. Paletsky accept my insurance?

    Dr. Paletsky accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Paletsky accept in Rockville, MD?

    Dr. Paletsky in Rockville, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Paletsky's office located?

    Dr. Faullin Paletsky's Primary Practice

    9901 Medical Center Dr

    Rockville, MD 20850

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    Dr. Faullin Paletsky's Practice 2

    7600 Carroll Ave

    Takoma Park, MD 20912

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    Dr. Faullin Paletsky's Practice 3

    100 E Carroll St

    Salisbury, MD 21801

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    What is Dr. Paletsky's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Paletsky's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548383086.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paletsky?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paletsky

    What is Dr. Faullin Paletsky's specialty?

    Dr. Paletsky is a Internist near Rockville, MD.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Paletsky to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Faullin Paletsky affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Paletsky is affiliated with Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare Shady Grove Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Faullin Paletsky accepting new patients in Rockville, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Faullin Paletsky is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Faullin Paletsky offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Paletsky's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Faullin Paletsky?

    Please contact Dr. Paletsky's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Faullin Paletsky have?

    Dr. Faullin Paletsky is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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