Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Valestra, Pulmonologist in Ridgewood, NJ?
Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Valestra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Valestra’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Valestra’s office at (201) 689-7755.
What languages does Dr. Valestra speak?
Dr. Valestra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Valestra treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Valestra 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. Valestra. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
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:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Valestra perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Valestra's office.
Does Dr. Valestra accept my insurance?
Dr. Valestra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (201) 689-7755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Valestra accept in Ridgewood, NJ?
Dr. Valestra in Ridgewood, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carepoint Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Healthfirst
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Medicare
Metro Plus
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Valestra's office located?
Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra's Primary Practice
1200 E Ridgewood Ave Ste 303
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
(201) 689-7755
What is Dr. Valestra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Valestra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528471448.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Valestra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Valestra
What is Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra's specialty?
Dr. Valestra is a Pulmonologist near Ridgewood, NJ. 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. Valestra to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Valestra is affiliated with The Valley 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
Explore Pulmonologist 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 Paul Kristan Valestra accepting new patients in Ridgewood, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Kristan Valestra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Valestra's office at (201) 689-7755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Kristan Valestra?
Please contact Dr. Valestra's office at (201) 689-7755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pulmonologist Near Ridgewood, NJ
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Svetlana Fridlyand, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Ridgewood, NJ
SR
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Sahar Rabiei-Samani is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Ridgewood, NJ
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Wanda Choy, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Ridgewood, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified.
Ridgewood, NJ