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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bertulfo, Hospitalist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Romel Bertulfo, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Bertulfo is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bertulfo’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bertulfo’s office at (716) 828-2434.
What languages does Dr. Bertulfo speak?
Dr. Bertulfo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tagalog
What conditions does Dr. Bertulfo treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bertulfo 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. Bertulfo. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Bertulfo perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Romel Bertulfo may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bertulfo's office.
Does Dr. Bertulfo accept my insurance?
Dr. Bertulfo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 828-2434 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bertulfo accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Bertulfo in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Excellus BlueCross BlueShield
HealthNow New York
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Independent Health
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bertulfo's office located?
Dr. Romel Bertulfo's Primary Practice
565 Abbott Rd Rm 8-632
Buffalo, NY 14220
(716) 828-2434
What is Dr. Bertulfo's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bertulfo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194915116.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bertulfo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bertulfo
What is Dr. Romel Bertulfo's specialty?
Dr. Bertulfo is a Hospitalist near Buffalo, NY. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Bertulfo to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Romel Bertulfo affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bertulfo is affiliated with Mercy Hospital of Buffalo, Roswell Park Comprehensive Cancer Center, Kenmore Mercy 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Romel Bertulfo accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Romel Bertulfo is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Romel Bertulfo offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bertulfo's office at (716) 828-2434 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Romel Bertulfo?
Please contact Dr. Bertulfo's office at (716) 828-2434 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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