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Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras, MD

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Colon-Carreras, Pulmonologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Colon-Carreras is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Colon-Carreras’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Colon-Carreras’s office.

    Where did Dr. Colon-Carreras go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Central University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Colon-Carreras speak?

    Dr. Colon-Carreras and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Colon-Carreras treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Colon-Carreras 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. Colon-Carreras. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
    • AAT Deficiency
    • Alpha-1 Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency

    What procedures does Dr. Colon-Carreras perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Colon-Carreras 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. Colon-Carreras. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Colon-Carreras accept my insurance?

    Dr. Colon-Carreras accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Colon-Carreras accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Colon-Carreras in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Colon-Carreras' office located?

    Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras' Primary Practice

    1401 Harrodsburg Rd Ste A300

    Lexington, KY 40504

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    Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras' Practice 2

    1 Saint Joseph Dr

    Lexington, KY 40504

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    Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras' Practice 3

    305 Estill St

    Berea, KY 40403

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras?

    Dr. Colon-Carreras has appointments available at his Lexington, KY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

    What is Dr. Colon-Carreras's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Colon-Carreras's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982606422.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Colon-Carreras?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Colon-Carreras

    What is Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras's specialty?

    Dr. Colon-Carreras is a Pulmonologist near Lexington, KY. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Colon-Carreras to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Colon-Carreras is affiliated with Saint Joseph East, Saint Joseph London 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 Eliseo Colon-Carreras accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Eliseo Colon-Carreras offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Colon-Carreras, or contact the office for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Eliseo Colon-Carreras?

    Please contact Dr. Colon-Carreras's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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