Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zlupko, Pulmonologist in Altoona, PA?
Where did Dr. Zlupko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Catholic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Mercy Catholic Med Center | Mercy Catholic Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jefferson Medical College of Thomas Jefferson University | Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University
Is Dr. Zlupko board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. George Zlupko is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Zlupko speak?
Dr. Zlupko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zlupko typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zlupko 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. Zlupko. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Trunk Lump or Swelling
- Body Mass
- Torso Lump
- Trunk Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- R222: Localized swelling, mass and lump, trunk
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zlupko typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. George Zlupko may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Zlupko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zlupko accept my insurance?
Dr. Zlupko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (814) 946-2845 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zlupko accept in Altoona, PA?
Dr. Zlupko in Altoona, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Zlupko's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Zlupko affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Zlupko has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Zlupko's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zlupko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902867716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zlupko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zlupko