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Dr. Ronald Scott, MD

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Scott, Pulmonologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Ronald Scott, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Scott graduated from Boston University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine. Dr. Scott is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Scott’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Scott’s office at (954) 491-3440.

    Where did Dr. Scott go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: University of Hlth Sci, Coll of Osteo Med, Kansas City Mo | Boston University School of Medicine | Ateneo School of Medicine and Public Health

    Is Dr. Scott board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Scott, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Scott speak?

    Dr. Scott and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Scott treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Scott 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. Scott. 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:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema
    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage
    • Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
    • Worsening Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchiectasis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
    • J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Does Dr. Scott accept my insurance?

    Dr. Scott accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 491-3440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Scott accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Scott in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Scott's office located?

    Dr. Ronald Scott's Primary Practice

    4725 N Federal Hwy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

    (954) 491-3440

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    Dr. Ronald Scott's Practice 2

    5333 N Dixie Hwy Ste 201

    Oakland Park, FL 33334

    (954) 491-3440

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    What is Dr. Scott's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Scott's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114983194.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Scott?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Scott

    What is Dr. Ronald Scott's specialty?

    Dr. Scott is a Pulmonologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Scott to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ronald Scott affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Scott is affiliated with Holy Cross Health 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

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    Is Ronald Scott accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Ronald Scott is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ronald Scott offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (954) 491-3440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ronald Scott?

    Please contact Dr. Scott's office at (954) 491-3440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ronald Scott have?

    Dr. Ronald Scott is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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