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Dr. Thomas Ungarino, MD

Americus, GA

32 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ungarino, Critical Care Internist in Americus, GA?

    Dr. Thomas Ungarino, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Americus, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Ungarino graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at La State Univ Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ungarino is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ungarino’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ungarino’s office at (229) 405-3261.

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

    • Residency: La State Univ Sch Of Med, Critical Care Medicine-Internal Medicine; Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Seton Hall U Sch Grad Med Ed, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES

    • Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ungarino board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Ungarino, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ungarino speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Ungarino treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ungarino 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. Ungarino. 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:

    • 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    What procedures does Dr. Ungarino perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Ungarino 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. Ungarino. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Marker Placement
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with fiducial markers
    • Lung tumor marker placement
    • Bronchial scope with guidance

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31626: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with placement of fiducial markers, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Ungarino accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ungarino accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 405-3261 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ungarino accept in Americus, GA?

    Dr. Ungarino in Americus, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Gordon Food Service

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ungarino's office located?

    Dr. Thomas Ungarino's Primary Practice

    151 Mayo St Ste B

    Americus, GA 31709

    (229) 405-3261

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    Dr. Thomas Ungarino's Practice 2

    2002 Palmyra Rd Ste 101

    Albany, GA 31701

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    Dr. Thomas Ungarino's Practice 3

    521 W 3rd Ave

    Albany, GA 31701

    (229) 405-3261

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

    Dr. Ungarino's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245297209.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ungarino?

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

    What is Dr. Thomas Ungarino's specialty?

    Dr. Ungarino is a Critical Care Internist near Americus, GA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Ungarino to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Thomas Ungarino affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ungarino is affiliated with Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital, Phoebe Sumter Medical Center, Tift Regional Medical Center, Houston Healthcare – Warner Robins 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

    Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?

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    Is Thomas Ungarino accepting new patients in Americus, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Thomas Ungarino is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thomas Ungarino offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ungarino's office at (229) 405-3261 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thomas Ungarino?

    Please contact Dr. Ungarino's office at (229) 405-3261 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Thomas Ungarino have?

    Dr. Thomas Ungarino is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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