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Dr. Jorge Velez, MD
Fredericksburg, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Velez, Diagnostic Radiologist in Fredericksburg, TX?
Dr. Jorge Velez, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Fredericksburg, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Velez graduated from University of Texas Medical School, Houston and completed his residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Radiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Radiology. Dr. Velez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Velez’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Velez’s office at (210) 616-7700.
Where did Dr. Velez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Radiology; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Radiology
Medical School: University De Caldas, Fac De Med, Manizales, Colombia | University of Texas Medical School, Houston
Is Dr. Velez board certified as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Velez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Radiology
What languages does Dr. Velez speak?
Dr. Velez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Velez treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Acquired Kidney Cyst
- Kidney Cysts
- Acquired Cystic Kidney Disease
- Renal Cyst
- Simple Kidney Cyst
ICD-10 Codes:
- N281: Cyst of kidney, acquired
Also known as:
- Kidney Stones
- Renal Calculi
- Nephrolithiasis
- Kidney Calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- N200: Calculus of kidney
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does Dr. Velez perform?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Velez 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. Velez. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Liver Biopsy (Needle)
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Muscle Needle Biopsy
- Kidney Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy of Salivary Gland
- Deep Bone Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Percutaneous liver biopsy
- Needle liver sample
- Liver tissue biopsy
- Liver needle aspiration
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
- Percutaneous Muscle Biopsy
- Muscle Tissue Sample
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Fine needle aspiration salivary gland
- Parotid gland biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Vertebral Body Biopsy
- Femur Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 47000: Biopsy of liver, needle; percutaneous
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
- 20206: Biopsy, muscle, percutaneous needle
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 42400: Biopsy of salivary gland; needle
- 20225: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; deep (eg, vertebral body, femur)
Also known as:
- Superficial Bone Biopsy (e.g., Hip, Rib)
- Biopsy
- Needle Bone Biopsy
- Trocar Bone Biopsy
- Ilium Biopsy
- Rib Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 20220: Biopsy, bone, trocar, or needle; superficial (eg, ilium, sternum, spinous process, ribs)
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Draining a Lump or Collection of Fluid
- Image-Guided Abdominal Fluid Drainage
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
- Abscess Aspiration
- Cyst Drainage
- Hematoma Puncture
- Bulla Aspiration
- Percutaneous fluid drainage
- Abscess drainage with imaging
- Peritoneal fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
- 10160: Puncture aspiration of abscess, hematoma, bulla, or cyst
- 49406: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst); peritoneal or retroperitoneal, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Needle Biopsy of Abdominal or Pelvic Mass
- Percutaneous Abdominal Biopsy
- Retroperitoneal Mass Biopsy
- Abdominal Needle Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 49180: Biopsy, abdominal or retroperitoneal mass, percutaneous needle
Also known as:
- Placement of Markers for Chest Radiation
- Radiation Therapy Marker Placement (Abdominal/Pelvic)
- Thoracic Radiation Guidance Device Placement
- Fiducial Marker Insertion (Chest)
- Intra-thoracic Dosimeter Placement
- Fiducial Marker Placement
- Radiation Guidance Device Insertion
- Internal Radiation Markers
CPT Codes:
- 32553: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), percutaneous, intra-thoracic, single or multiple
- 49411: Placement of interstitial device(s) for radiation therapy guidance (eg, fiducial markers, dosimeter), percutaneous, intra-abdominal, intra-pelvic (except prostate), and/or retroperitoneum, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Abdominal Catheter Placement
- Peritoneal Catheter Insertion
- Ascites Drainage Catheter
- Intraperitoneal Dialysis Catheter
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage Tube
CPT Codes:
- 49418: Insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter (eg, dialysis, intraperitoneal chemotherapy instillation, management of ascites), complete procedure, including imaging guidance, catheter placement, contrast injection when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation, percutaneous
Also known as:
- Percutaneous Cholangiography (Diagnostic)
- Bile Duct X-ray
- Diagnostic Cholangiogram
- Liver Bile Duct Imaging
CPT Codes:
- 47531: Injection procedure for cholangiography, percutaneous, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Abscess or Cyst Drain Catheter Change
- Abscess Drainage Catheter Exchange
- Cyst Drain Replacement
- Radiologically Guided Catheter Change
CPT Codes:
- 49423: Exchange of previously placed abscess or cyst drainage catheter under radiological guidance (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Bone Marrow Biopsy and Aspiration
- Biopsy
- Bone Marrow Tests
- Bone Marrow Exam
- Bone Marrow Sample Collection
- Diagnostic Bone Marrow Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 38222: Diagnostic bone marrow; biopsy(ies) and aspiration(s)
Also known as:
- Superficial Lymph Node Needle Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Needle Lymph Node Biopsy
- Cervical Lymph Node Biopsy
- Inguinal Lymph Node Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 38505: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); by needle, superficial (eg, cervical, inguinal, axillary)
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
Also known as:
- Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
- Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
- Subcutaneous port placement
- Central line with port
CPT Codes:
- 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Central Line Check with Contrast Dye
- Central Venous Catheter Study
- Central Line Imaging
- Contrast Study for Central Access Device
CPT Codes:
- 36598: Contrast injection(s) for radiologic evaluation of existing central venous access device, including fluoroscopy, image documentation and report
Also known as:
- Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
- Central Line Explant
- Port-a-Cath Removal
- Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
CPT Codes:
- 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage with Catheter
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Insertion
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Tube Insertion
- Imaging-Guided Pleural Drain
- Indwelling Pleural Catheter Placement
- Chest Drainage Catheter
- Permanent Pleural Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 32557: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; with imaging guidance
- 32550: Insertion of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
- Removal of Pleural Drainage Catheter
- Tunneled Pleural Catheter Removal
- Chest Tube Removal
- Pleural Catheter Excision
CPT Codes:
- 32552: Removal of indwelling tunneled pleural catheter with cuff
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Fluid Drainage
- Abscess drainage
- Hematoma drainage
- Cyst drainage
- Percutaneous fluid aspiration
CPT Codes:
- 10030: Image-guided fluid collection drainage by catheter (eg, abscess, hematoma, seroma, lymphocele, cyst), soft tissue (eg, extremity, abdominal wall, neck), percutaneous
Also known as:
- Soft Tissue Marker Placement
- Localization device insertion
- Percutaneous tissue marking
- Biopsy site marker placement
- Radioactive seed placement
CPT Codes:
- 10035: Placement of soft tissue localization device(s) (eg, clip, metallic pellet, wire/needle, radioactive seeds), percutaneous, including imaging guidance; first lesion
Also known as:
- Removal of Birth Control Implant
- Birth Control
- Contraceptive Implant Removal
- Nexplanon Removal
- Arm Implant Removal
- Birth Control Capsule Removal
CPT Codes:
- 11976: Removal, implantable contraceptive capsules
Also known as:
- Exchange of Kidney Drainage Catheter
- Nephrostomy tube exchange
- Percutaneous nephrostomy catheter change
- Kidney drainage tube replacement
- Nephrostogram with catheter exchange
CPT Codes:
- 50435: Exchange nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Also known as:
- Bladder Aspiration with Suprapubic Catheter
- Suprapubic catheter insertion
- Bladder drainage tube placement
- Percutaneous bladder catheter
CPT Codes:
- 51102: Aspiration of bladder; with insertion of suprapubic catheter
Also known as:
- Kidney and Ureter X-ray with Dye
- Antegrade Nephrostogram
- Ureterogram
- Kidney Dye Study
- Ureter Dye Study
CPT Codes:
- 50431: Injection procedure for antegrade nephrostogram and/or ureterogram, complete diagnostic procedure including imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation; existing access
Also known as:
- Kidney Drainage Tube Placement
- Percutaneous Nephrostomy
- Nephrostomy Catheter Insertion
- Kidney Drainage Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 50432: Placement of nephrostomy catheter, percutaneous, including diagnostic nephrostogram and/or ureterogram when performed, imaging guidance (eg, ultrasound and/or fluoroscopy) and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation
Does Dr. Velez accept my insurance?
Dr. Velez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 616-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Velez accept in Fredericksburg, TX?
Dr. Velez in Fredericksburg, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
MedImpact
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Velez's office located?
Dr. Jorge Velez's Primary Practice
1020 S State Highway 16
Fredericksburg, TX 78624
(210) 616-7700
What is Dr. Velez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Velez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083691810.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Velez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Velez
What is Dr. Jorge Velez's specialty?
Dr. Velez is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Fredericksburg, TX. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Velez to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jorge Velez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Velez is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio, Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, CHRISTUS Santa Rosa Hospital-New Braunfels 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 Jorge Velez accepting new patients in Fredericksburg, TX?
Yes, Dr. Jorge Velez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jorge Velez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (210) 616-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jorge Velez?
Please contact Dr. Velez's office at (210) 616-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Velez have?
Dr. Jorge Velez is certified by the American Board of Radiology.
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