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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kutmah, Pulmonologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Kheder Kutmah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kutmah completed his residency at Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Allegheny Univ Hosps, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kutmah is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kutmah’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kutmah’s office.
Where did Dr. Kutmah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Allegheny Univ Hosps, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: University of Damascus, Fac of Med, Damascus, Syria
Is Dr. Kutmah board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Kheder Kutmah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kutmah speak?
Dr. Kutmah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Kutmah treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kutmah 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. Kutmah. 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
- 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Sudden Severe Breathing Difficulty
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Acute respiratory failure
- ARDS
- Severe breathing distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0603: Acute respiratory distress
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Damaged Lung Air Sacs
- COPD Emphysema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J431: Panlobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Bronchial Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Asthma Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45998: Other asthma
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kutmah perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kheder Kutmah may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kutmah's office.
Does Dr. Kutmah accept my insurance?
Dr. Kutmah 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. Kutmah accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Kutmah in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Passport Health Plan
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kutmah's office located?
What is Dr. Kutmah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kutmah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487666228.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kutmah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kutmah
What is Dr. Kheder Kutmah's specialty?
Dr. Kutmah is a Pulmonologist near Louisville, KY. 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. Kutmah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kheder Kutmah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kutmah is affiliated with Norton Clark Hospital, Norton Hospital, Baptist Health Floyd, Harrison County Hospital 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 Kheder Kutmah accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Kheder Kutmah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kheder Kutmah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kutmah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kheder Kutmah?
Please contact Dr. Kutmah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kheder Kutmah have?
Dr. Kheder Kutmah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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