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Dr. John Vullo, MD

Anesthesiologist

Columbia, SC

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vullo, Anesthesiologist in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. John Vullo, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Vullo graduated from University of Pennsylvania. Dr. Vullo is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vullo’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vullo’s office at (704) 377-5772.

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

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania

    Is Dr. Vullo board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. John Vullo, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Vullo speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vullo typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vullo 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. Vullo. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Leaky Mitral Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve
    • Mitral Valve Insufficiency
    • Mitral Regurgitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
    • I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Heart Imaging Results
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Abnormal cardiac scan
    • Unusual heart test results
    • Abnormal coronary imaging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R931: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of heart and coronary circulation

    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

    What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Vullo typically perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Vullo 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. Vullo. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Vullo accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vullo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (704) 377-5772 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vullo accept in Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Vullo in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield Association

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Vullo's office located?

    Dr. John Vullo's Primary Practice

    2435 Forest Dr

    Columbia, SC 29204

    (704) 377-5772

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    Dr. John Vullo's Practice 2

    120 Gateway Corporate Blvd

    Columbia, SC 29203

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    Dr. John Vullo's Practice 3

    805 Pamplico Hwy

    Florence, SC 29505

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

    Dr. Vullo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295950111.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vullo?

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

    What is Dr. John Vullo's specialty?

    Dr. Vullo is an Anesthesiologist near Columbia, SC.

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. John Vullo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vullo is affiliated with Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Providence Orthopedic Hospital, Prisma Health Richland Hospital 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

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    Is Dr. John Vullo accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. John Vullo is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. John Vullo offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vullo's office at (704) 377-5772 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. John Vullo?

    Please contact Dr. Vullo's office at (704) 377-5772 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Vullo's office located?

    Dr. Vullo's offices are located in Columbia, SC and Florence, SC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. John Vullo have?

    Dr. John Vullo is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.