Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yatzkan, Critical Care Internist in Miami, FL?
Dr. George Yatzkan, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yatzkan completed his residency at Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology. Dr. Yatzkan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yatzkan’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yatzkan’s office at (305) 223-3000.
Where did Dr. Yatzkan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Jackson Mem Hosp/Jackson Hlth, Anesthesiology | Jackson Memorial Hospital
Medical School: University Auto De Santo Domingo (Uasd) | Universidad Iberomericana
Is Dr. Yatzkan board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. George Yatzkan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yatzkan speak?
Dr. Yatzkan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Yatzkan treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Yatzkan 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. Yatzkan. 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:
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Which procedures does Dr. Yatzkan perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. George Yatzkan may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yatzkan's office.
Does Dr. Yatzkan accept my insurance?
Dr. Yatzkan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 223-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yatzkan accept in Miami, FL?
Dr. Yatzkan in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AvMed Health Plan
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yatzkan's office located?
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
80% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. George Yatzkan an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Yatzkan has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Yatzkan, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Yatzkan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yatzkan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457308744.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yatzkan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yatzkan
What is Dr. George Yatzkan's specialty?
Dr. Yatzkan is a Critical Care Internist near Miami, FL. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Yatzkan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. George Yatzkan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yatzkan is affiliated with Palmetto General 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is George Yatzkan accepting new patients in Miami, FL?
Yes, Dr. George Yatzkan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Yatzkan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yatzkan's office at (305) 223-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Yatzkan?
Please contact Dr. Yatzkan's office at (305) 223-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Yatzkan have?
Dr. George Yatzkan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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