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Who is Dr. Almerico, Pulmonologist in Miami, FL?
Dr. Kevin Almerico, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Almerico is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Almerico’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Almerico’s office at (786) 299-5419.
What languages does Dr. Almerico speak?
Dr. Almerico and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Almerico typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Almerico 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. Almerico. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, 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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Almerico typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Kevin Almerico may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Almerico's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Almerico accept my insurance?
Dr. Almerico accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (786) 299-5419 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Almerico accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Almerico in Miami, FL 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 Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Doctors Healthcare Plans
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Sentara Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Almerico's office located?
Dr. Kevin Almerico's Primary Practice
7000 SW 97th Ave Ste 120
Miami, FL 33173
(786) 299-5419
What is Dr. Almerico's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Almerico's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619339769.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Almerico?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Almerico
What is Dr. Kevin Almerico's specialty?
Dr. Almerico is a Pulmonologist near Miami, FL.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kevin Almerico affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Almerico is affiliated with Baptist Hospital Of Miami, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Homestead 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore 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 Kevin Almerico accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Almerico is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Almerico offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Almerico's office at (786) 299-5419 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Almerico?
Please contact Dr. Almerico's office at (786) 299-5419 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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