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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Romero Velez, Surgeon in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Romero Velez is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Romero Velez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Romero Velez’s office at (216) 445-9096.
What languages does Dr. Romero Velez speak?
Dr. Romero Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Romero Velez treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Romero Velez 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. Romero Velez. 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:
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
What procedures does Dr. Romero Velez perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Romero Velez 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. Romero Velez. 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:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Repeat Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
- Parathyroid re-exploration
- Secondary parathyroidectomy
- Repeat parathyroid gland removal
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
- 60502: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s); re-exploration
Also known as:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Completion Thyroidectomy
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Remaining Thyroid Removal
- Second Thyroid Surgery
- Total Thyroidectomy after Partial
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60260: Thyroidectomy, removal of all remaining thyroid tissue following previous removal of a portion of thyroid
Also known as:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Deep Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Excision
- Open Neck Lymph Node Biopsy
- Deep Cervical Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 38510: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep cervical node(s)
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Romero Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Romero Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 445-9096 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Romero Velez accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Romero Velez in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Nevada
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Romero Velez's office located?
Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez's Primary Practice
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 445-9096
Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez's Practice 2
12300 McCracken Rd
Cleveland, OH 44125
(216) 445-9096
What is Dr. Romero Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Romero Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528514361.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Romero Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Romero Velez
What is Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez's specialty?
Dr. Romero Velez is a Surgeon near Cleveland, OH. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Romero Velez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Romero Velez is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Marymount Hospital, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Meadville Medical Center 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 Gustavo Romero Velez accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gustavo Romero Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Romero Velez's office at (216) 445-9096 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gustavo Romero Velez?
Please contact Dr. Romero Velez's office at (216) 445-9096 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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