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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Braga, Hospitalist in Dickson Cty, PA?
Dr. Carolina Braga is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Dickson Cty, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Braga is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Braga’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Braga’s office at (570) 552-4450.
What languages does Dr. Braga speak?
Dr. Braga and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Braga typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Braga 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. Braga. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Braga typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Carolina Braga may include:
Please contact Dr. Braga's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Braga accept my insurance?
Dr. Braga accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 552-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Braga accept in Dickson Cty, PA?
Dr. Braga in Dickson Cty, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Risant Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Braga's office located?
What is Dr. Braga's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Braga's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790216067.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Braga?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Braga
What is Dr. Carolina Braga's specialty?
Dr. Braga is a Hospitalist near Dickson Cty, PA.
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. Carolina Braga affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Braga is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network - Dickson City, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono, Geisinger-Bloomsburg Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Hazleton 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Carolina Braga accepting new patients in Dickson Cty, PA?
Yes, Dr. Carolina Braga is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Carolina Braga offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Braga's office at (570) 552-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Carolina Braga?
Please contact Dr. Braga's office at (570) 552-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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