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Who is Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz, Pulmonologist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz’s office at (515) 224-1777.
What languages does Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz speak?
Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz 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. Silqueira Hickson Cruz. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Which procedures does Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz 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. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's office.
Does Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz accept my insurance?
Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 224-1777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz in Des Moines, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Iowa
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's office located?
Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz's Primary Practice
411 Laurel St Ste 3320
Des Moines, IA 50314
(515) 224-1777
What is Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609280361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz
What is Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz's specialty?
Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz is a Pulmonologist near Des Moines, IA. 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. Silqueira Hickson Cruz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz is affiliated with Mercyone Des Moines Medical Center 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
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Is Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's office at (515) 224-1777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lucas Silqueira Hickson Cruz?
Please contact Dr. Silqueira Hickson Cruz's office at (515) 224-1777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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