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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Cruz Morel, Pulmonologist in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Karla Cruz Morel, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Columbia, SC. She is board certified. Dr. Cruz Morel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Cruz Morel’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Cruz Morel’s office at (803) 545-5350.
What languages does Dr. Cruz Morel speak?
Dr. Cruz Morel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Cruz Morel treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Cruz Morel 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. Cruz Morel. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension from Left Heart Disease
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- Secondary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs due to Heart Failure
- Left-Sided Heart Disease Pulmonary Hypertension
- Heart-Related Lung Hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
- I2722: Pulmonary hypertension due to left heart disease
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
- I2729: Other secondary pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Chronic Right Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term right heart failure
- Chronic right-sided heart failure
- Ongoing right ventricular failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I50812: Chronic right heart failure
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Cruz Morel perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Karla Cruz Morel 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. Cruz Morel's office.
Does Dr. Cruz Morel accept my insurance?
Dr. Cruz Morel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 545-5350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Cruz Morel accept in Columbia, SC?
Dr. Cruz Morel in Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of South Carolina
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of South Carolina
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Cruz Morel's office located?
Dr. Karla Cruz Morel's Primary Practice
1 Richland Medical Park Dr Ste 300
Columbia, SC 29203
(803) 545-5350
What is Dr. Cruz Morel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Cruz Morel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528346830.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Cruz Morel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Cruz Morel
What is Dr. Karla Cruz Morel's specialty?
Dr. Cruz Morel is a Pulmonologist near Columbia, SC. 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. Cruz Morel to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Karla Cruz Morel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Cruz Morel is affiliated with Prisma Health Richland 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
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Is Karla Cruz Morel accepting new patients in Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Karla Cruz Morel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karla Cruz Morel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Morel's office at (803) 545-5350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karla Cruz Morel?
Please contact Dr. Cruz Morel's office at (803) 545-5350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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