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Who is Dr. Velazquez Vega, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Velazquez Vega is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velazquez Vega’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velazquez Vega’s office at (404) 785-2069.
What languages does Dr. Velazquez Vega speak?
Dr. Velazquez Vega and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Velazquez Vega treat?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Velazquez Vega 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. Velazquez Vega. 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 Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
- Acute Appendicitis
- Ruptured Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection and Tissue Death
- Acute Appendicitis with Peritonitis
- Appendicitis
- Peritoneal Disorder
- Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
- Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
- Early Appendicitis with Infection
- Inflamed Appendix
- Sudden Appendix Inflammation
- Appendicitis Attack
- Perforated Appendix with Gangrene
- Localized Ruptured Appendix
- Appendix Rupture with Tissue Death
- Inflamed Appendix with Abdominal Infection
- Generalized Abdominal Inflammation from Appendix
- Peritoneal Infection from Appendicitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene
- K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis
- K3532: Acute appendicitis with perforation, localized peritonitis, and gangrene, without abscess
- K3520: Acute appendicitis with generalized peritonitis, without abscess
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Lymphadenopathy
- Swollen Glands
- Enlarged Glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R599: Enlarged lymph nodes, unspecified
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- EoE
- Allergic Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Inflammation of Esophagus
ICD-10 Codes:
- K200: Eosinophilic esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Cells in Lung Samples
- Atypical Lung Cells
- Lung Cytology Abnormal
- Cell Changes in Respiratory Samples
ICD-10 Codes:
- R846: Abnormal cytological findings in specimens from respiratory organs and thorax
Also known as:
- Benign Tumor
- Non-cancerous growth
- Benign neoplasm
- Non-malignant tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D369: Benign neoplasm, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Brain Tumor
- Brain Cancer
- Cerebral Tumor
- Intracranial Tumor
- Malignant Brain Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C719: Malignant neoplasm of brain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Epidermal Cyst
- Skin Condition
- Sebaceous Cyst
- Keratin Cyst
- Epidermoid Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- L720: Epidermal cyst
Also known as:
- Heart Transplant Aftercare
- Heart Transplantation
- Post-heart transplant care
- Heart transplant follow-up
- Cardiac transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4821: Encounter for aftercare following heart transplant
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Appendix Disorder
- Colonic Disease
- Appendix Problems
- Appendix Conditions
- Diseases of the Appendix
ICD-10 Codes:
- K388: Other specified diseases of appendix
Also known as:
- Duodenum Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Duodenitis
- Inflamed Duodenum
- Small Intestine Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2980: Duodenitis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Which procedures does Dr. Velazquez Vega perform as a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?
As a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Velazquez Vega's office.
Does Dr. Velazquez Vega accept my insurance?
Dr. Velazquez Vega accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 785-2069 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velazquez Vega accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Velazquez Vega in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velazquez Vega's office located?
Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega's Primary Practice
1365 Clifton Rd NE
Atlanta, GA 30322
(404) 785-2069
What is Dr. Velazquez Vega's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velazquez Vega's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346530870.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velazquez Vega?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velazquez Vega
What is Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega's specialty?
Dr. Velazquez Vega is a Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Atlanta, GA. A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases. Contact Dr. Velazquez Vega to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velazquez Vega is affiliated with Arthur M. Blank 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 Jose Velazquez Vega accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jose Velazquez Vega offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velazquez Vega's office at (404) 785-2069 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jose Velazquez Vega?
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