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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vela, Family Medicine Specialist in Tiffin, OH?
Dr. Rudolph Vela, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Tiffin, OH with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Vela graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Vela is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vela’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vela’s office at (419) 448-0220.
Where did Dr. Vela go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Akron Gen Med Ctr, Family Medicine
Medical School: Oh State Univ Coll of Med, Columbus Oh | Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Vela board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rudolph Vela, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vela speak?
Dr. Vela and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vela typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vela 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. Vela. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis from Other Organisms
- Acute Bronchitis
- Infectious Bronchitis
- Chest Cold
- Bronchial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J208: Acute bronchitis due to other specified organisms
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vela typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vela 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. Vela. 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.
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
Does Dr. Vela accept my insurance?
Dr. Vela accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (419) 448-0220 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vela accept in Tiffin, OH?
Dr. Vela in Tiffin, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Paramount
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vela's office located?
Dr. Rudolph Vela's Primary Practice
3101 W US Highway 224
Tiffin, OH 44883
(419) 448-0220
What is Dr. Vela's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vela's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407043904.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vela?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vela
What is Dr. Rudolph Vela's specialty?
Dr. Vela is a Family Medicine Specialist near Tiffin, OH.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rudolph Vela affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vela is affiliated with Blanchard Valley Health System, Mercy Health - St. Charles Hospital, Ohiohealth Dublin Methodist 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rudolph Vela accepting new patients in Tiffin, OH?
Yes, Dr. Rudolph Vela is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rudolph Vela offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (419) 448-0220 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rudolph Vela?
Please contact Dr. Vela's office at (419) 448-0220 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rudolph Vela have?
Dr. Rudolph Vela is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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