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Who is Dr. Morales, Critical Care Internist in Erie, PA?
Dr. Rafael Morales, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Morales is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Morales’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Morales’s office at (814) 877-6000.
What languages does Dr. Morales speak?
Dr. Morales and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Morales treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Morales 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. Morales. 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
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Low Blood Pressure
- Hypotension
- Blood Pressure Drop
- Fainting Spells
ICD-10 Codes:
- I959: Hypotension, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Sugar
- Hyperglycemia
- Elevated Glucose
- Unspecified High Blood Sugar
ICD-10 Codes:
- R739: Hyperglycemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
Which procedures does Dr. Morales perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rafael Morales 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. Morales' office.
Does Dr. Morales accept my insurance?
Dr. Morales accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 877-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Morales accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Morales in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Medicare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Morales' office located?
What is Dr. Morales's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Morales's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770583957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Morales?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Morales
What is Dr. Rafael Morales's specialty?
Dr. Morales is a Critical Care Internist near Erie, PA. 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. Morales to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rafael Morales affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Morales is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Upmc Altoona. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Rafael Morales accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rafael Morales is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rafael Morales offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Morales's office at (814) 877-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rafael Morales?
Please contact Dr. Morales's office at (814) 877-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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