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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aponte, Internist in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Juan Aponte, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lynchburg, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Aponte graduated from UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School and completed his residency at Greenwich Hospital. Dr. Aponte is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aponte’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aponte’s office.
Where did Dr. Aponte go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Greenwich Hospital
Medical School: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch- Newark Nj | UMDNJ-New Jersey Medical School
Is Dr. Aponte board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Juan Aponte, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Aponte speak?
Dr. Aponte and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Aponte typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Aponte 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. Aponte. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Aponte typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Juan Aponte may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Aponte accept my insurance?
Dr. Aponte 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. Aponte accept in Lynchburg, VA?
Dr. Aponte in Lynchburg, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aponte's office located?
What is Dr. Aponte's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aponte's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1376526947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aponte?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aponte
What is Dr. Juan Aponte's specialty?
Dr. Aponte is a Internist near Lynchburg, VA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Juan Aponte affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aponte is affiliated with Uva University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Juan Aponte accepting new patients in Lynchburg, VA?
Yes, Dr. Juan Aponte is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Juan Aponte offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Juan Aponte?
Please contact Dr. Aponte's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Juan Aponte have?
Dr. Juan Aponte is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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