Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Tzelepis, Pulmonologist in Freeport, IL?
Where did Dr. Tzelepis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Connecticut (New Britain) Program
Medical School: Aristotle University Of Thessaloniki School Of Medicine | Aristotle University of Thessaloniki Medical School
Is Dr. Tzelepis board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. George Tzelepis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Tzelepis speak?
Dr. Tzelepis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Greek, Modern (1453-)
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Tzelepis typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Tzelepis 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. Tzelepis. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Tzelepis typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Tzelepis may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Tzelepis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Tzelepis accept my insurance?
Dr. Tzelepis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 599-7140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Tzelepis accept in Freeport, IL?
Dr. Tzelepis in Freeport, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Tzelepis' office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Tzelepis affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Tzelepis has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Tzelepis's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Tzelepis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497769558.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tzelepis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Tzelepis