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Dr. Louis Varella, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varella, Hospitalist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Louis Varella, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Varella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varella’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varella’s office at (301) 526-1950.

    What languages does Dr. Varella speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Varella typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Varella 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. Varella. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Joint Damage (Charcot Joint)
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Foot
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Foot Wound
    • Foot Sore from Diabetes
    • Diabetic Ulcer
    • Charcot Foot
    • Diabetic Arthropathy
    • Diabetic Neuropathic Osteoarthropathy
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
    • E11610: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathic arthropathy
    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Varella typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Varella 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. Varella. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Open Tibial Plateau Fracture Repair
    • Knee Fracture Open Reduction
    • Proximal Tibia Fracture Surgery
    • Tibial Plateau Fixation
    • Shin Bone Fracture Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 27536: Open treatment of tibial fracture, proximal (plateau); bicondylar, with or without internal fixation

    Also known as:

    • Tibia Nonunion/Malunion Repair with Bone Graft
    • Shin Bone Fracture Repair
    • Tibia Fracture Revision
    • Bone Graft for Tibia

    CPT Codes:

    • 27724: Repair of nonunion or malunion, tibia; with iliac or other autograft (includes obtaining graft)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Deep Surgical Implant
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • Buried Implant Extraction
    • Orthopedic Implant Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20680: Removal of implant; deep (eg, buried wire, pin, screw, metal band, nail, rod or plate)

    Also known as:

    • Removal of External Fixator
    • Anesthesia
    • External Fixation Device Removal
    • Bone Fixator Removal
    • Hardware Removal Surgery
    • External Frame Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20694: Removal, under anesthesia, of external fixation system

    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

    Does Dr. Varella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 526-1950 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varella accept in Baltimore, MD?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Jai Medical Systems

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Maryland

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Varella's office located?

    Dr. Louis Varella's Primary Practice

    827 Linden Ave

    Baltimore, MD 21201

    (301) 526-1950

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    Dr. Louis Varella's Practice 2

    22 S Greene St

    Baltimore, MD 21201

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

    Dr. Varella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306374020.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varella?

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

    What is Dr. Louis Varella's specialty?

    Dr. Varella is a Hospitalist near Baltimore, MD.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is this Dr. Louis Varella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varella is affiliated with Ummc Midtown Campus, University Of Maryland St. Joseph Medical Center, Northwest 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 Louis Varella accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Louis Varella is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Louis Varella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varella's office at (301) 526-1950 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Louis Varella?

    Please contact Dr. Varella's office at (301) 526-1950 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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