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Dr. James Caplan, MD

Dr. James Caplan, MD

Pulmonologist

Beverly Hills, CA

43 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Caplan, Pulmonologist in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Dr. James Caplan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Beverly Hills, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Caplan completed his residency at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center- Internal Medicine. Dr. Caplan is fluent in English, German, Spanish, and Yiddish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Caplan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Caplan’s office at (310) 385-3385.

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

    • Fellowship: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center- Pulmonary Medicine

    • Residency: Cedars-Sinai Medical Center- Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Pennsylvania School of Medicine

    Is Dr. Caplan board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. James Caplan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Caplan speak?

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

    • English
    • German
    • Spanish
    • Yiddish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Caplan typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Caplan 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. Caplan. 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:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma Flare-Up
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Asthma Attack
    • Acute Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Asthma
    • Asthma Episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Caplan typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Caplan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Caplan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Caplan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Caplan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 385-3385 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Caplan accept in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Dr. Caplan in Beverly Hills, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Caplan's office located?

    Dr. James Caplan's Primary Practice

    250 N Robertson Blvd

    Beverly Hills, CA 90211

    (310) 385-3385

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    Dr. James Caplan's Practice 2

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 465W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

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    Dr. James Caplan's Practice 3

    5411 Etiwanda Ave

    Tarzana, CA 91356

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

    Dr. Caplan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992717037.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Caplan?

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

    What is Dr. James Caplan's specialty?

    Dr. Caplan is a Pulmonologist near Beverly Hills, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. James Caplan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Caplan is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. James Caplan accepting new patients in Beverly Hills, CA?

    Yes, Dr. James Caplan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. James Caplan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (310) 385-3385 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. James Caplan?

    Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (310) 385-3385 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Caplan's office located?

    Dr. Caplan's offices are located in Beverly Hills, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Tarzana, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. James Caplan have?

    Dr. James Caplan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.