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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velarde, Anesthesiologist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Raul Velarde, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Velarde graduated from Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine and completed his residency at Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Velarde is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velarde’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velarde’s office at (770) 645-9181.
Where did Dr. Velarde go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Baystate Med Ctr, Anesthesiology; Berkshire Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center School of Medicine
Is Dr. Velarde board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Raul Velarde, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Velarde speak?
Dr. Velarde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Velarde typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Velarde 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. Velarde. 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:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Uterine Fibroids
- Leiomyoma
- Fibromyoma
- Myoma
- Uterine growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- D259: Leiomyoma of uterus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Elevated PSA Level
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Disease
- Prostate-Specific Antigen (PSA) Test
- Prostate Problems
- High Prostate Specific Antigen
- Abnormal PSA Test
- Increased PSA
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9720: Elevated prostate specific antigen [PSA]
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis of the left knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative joint disease
- Wear-and-tear arthritis
- Arthrosis
- Joint degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1712: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, left knee
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Velarde typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Velarde 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. Velarde. 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:
- Femoral Nerve Block Injection
- Peripheral Nerve Block
- Femoral nerve injection
- Thigh nerve block
- Pain relief injection for thigh
- Nerve block with imaging guidance
- Nerve injection
- Pain relief injection
- Steroid injection for nerve pain
CPT Codes:
- 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 64450: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; other peripheral nerve or branch
Also known as:
- Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
- Shoulder Nerve Injection
- Arm Pain Injection
- Imaging-Guided Nerve Block
CPT Codes:
- 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Velarde accept my insurance?
Dr. Velarde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 645-9181 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velarde accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Velarde in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employer Direct Healthcare
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Velarde's office located?
Dr. Raul Velarde's Primary Practice
1000 Johnson Ferry Rd
Atlanta, GA 30342
(770) 645-9181
What is Dr. Velarde's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velarde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962498022.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velarde?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velarde
What is Dr. Raul Velarde's specialty?
Dr. Velarde is a Anesthesiologist near Atlanta, GA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Raul Velarde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velarde is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Forsyth 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Raul Velarde accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Raul Velarde is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raul Velarde offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velarde's office at (770) 645-9181 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raul Velarde?
Please contact Dr. Velarde's office at (770) 645-9181 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raul Velarde have?
Dr. Raul Velarde is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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