23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Maldonado, Pulmonologist in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Diego Maldonado, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Vero Beach, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Maldonado graduated from Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud and completed his residency at Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program. Dr. Maldonado is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maldonado’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maldonado’s office at (772) 794-3366.
Where did Dr. Maldonado go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Memorial Hospital/Jackson Health System Program
Medical School: Universidad San Francisco de Quito Colegio de Ciencias de la Salud
Is Dr. Maldonado board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Diego Maldonado, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Maldonado speak?
Dr. Maldonado and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Maldonado typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Maldonado 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. Maldonado. 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:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Maldonado typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Maldonado performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Maldonado. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Maldonado accept my insurance?
Dr. Maldonado accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (772) 794-3366 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Maldonado accept in Vero Beach, FL?
Dr. Maldonado in Vero Beach, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Health First Shared Services
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Maldonado's office located?
What is Dr. Maldonado's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Maldonado's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568673630.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maldonado?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Maldonado
What is Dr. Diego Maldonado's specialty?
Dr. Maldonado is a Pulmonologist near Vero Beach, 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. Diego Maldonado affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Maldonado is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Indian River Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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
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Is Diego Maldonado accepting new patients in Vero Beach, FL?
Yes, Dr. Diego Maldonado is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Diego Maldonado offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (772) 794-3366 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Diego Maldonado?
Please contact Dr. Maldonado's office at (772) 794-3366 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Diego Maldonado have?
Dr. Diego Maldonado is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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