Dr. Ralph Palumbo, MD
Boca Raton, FL
22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palumbo, Pulmonologist in Boca Raton, FL?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
Castle Connolly Top Doctors are doctor-nominated and selected by a physician-led research team.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Palumbo?
Dr. Ralph Palumbo, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Palumbo empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boca Raton, FL community, Dr. Palumbo is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Palumbo go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Winthrop University Hospital | Winthrop-University Hospital Program
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palumbo speak?
Dr. Palumbo and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palumbo typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Palumbo 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. Palumbo. 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:
- 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:
- 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
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
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Thoracic Spine Pain
- Mid-Back Pain
- Thoracic Back Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M546: Pain in thoracic spine
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cancer Immunotherapy
- Oncology immunotherapy
- Immune therapy for cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5112: Encounter for antineoplastic immunotherapy
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Palumbo typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ralph Palumbo may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Palumbo's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palumbo accept my insurance?
Dr. Palumbo accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (561) 939-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palumbo accept in Boca Raton, FL?
Dr. Palumbo in Boca Raton, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
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Where is Dr. Palumbo's office located?
Dr. Ralph Palumbo's Primary Practice
1601 Clint Moore Rd Ste 100
Boca Raton, FL 33487
(561) 939-0200
What hospitals are Dr. Palumbo affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Palumbo has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Awards
South Florida Super Doctors, 2011
What is Dr. Palumbo's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palumbo's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295717718.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palumbo?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palumbo