RP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Purpura, Pulmonologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Russell Purpura, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Purpura is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purpura’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purpura’s office at (317) 278-2686.
What languages does Dr. Purpura speak?
Dr. Purpura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Purpura treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Purpura 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. Purpura. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
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:
- Severe Obesity with Breathing Problems
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity and Lung Issues
- Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
- Pickwickian Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E662: Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilation
Which procedures does Dr. Purpura perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Russell Purpura 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. Purpura's office.
Does Dr. Purpura accept my insurance?
Dr. Purpura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 278-2686 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Purpura accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Purpura in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
California Foundation for Medical Care
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
SGS North America Inc
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Where is Dr. Purpura's office located?
Dr. Russell Purpura's Primary Practice
4458 Medical Dr Ste 505
San Antonio, TX 78229
(317) 278-2686
What is Dr. Purpura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Purpura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083144588.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purpura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Purpura
What is Dr. Russell Purpura's specialty?
Dr. Purpura is a Pulmonologist near San Antonio, TX. 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. Purpura to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Russell Purpura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Purpura is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Russell Purpura accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Russell Purpura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Russell Purpura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (317) 278-2686 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Russell Purpura?
Please contact Dr. Purpura's office at (317) 278-2686 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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