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 here.
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:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
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
All Other Third Party
Cedars-Sinai Healthcare System
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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
What is Dr. Caplan's NPI number?An 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 this 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
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Is 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 James Caplan?
Please contact Dr. Caplan's office at (310) 385-3385 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. James Caplan have?
Dr. James Caplan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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