SP
17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pedram, Pulmonologist in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Sammy Pedram, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Pedram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pedram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pedram’s office at (804) 828-7700.
What languages does Dr. Pedram speak?
Dr. Pedram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pedram treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pedram 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. Pedram. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Pedram perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Sammy Pedram 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. Pedram's office.
Does Dr. Pedram accept my insurance?
Dr. Pedram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 828-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pedram accept in Richmond, VA?
Dr. Pedram in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Medicare
Molina
State of Indiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pedram's office located?
What is Dr. Pedram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pedram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689687113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pedram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pedram
What is Dr. Sammy Pedram's specialty?
Dr. Pedram is a Pulmonologist near Richmond, VA. 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. Pedram to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Sammy Pedram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pedram is affiliated with Vcu Medical Center North Hospital 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 Sammy Pedram accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?
Yes, Dr. Sammy Pedram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sammy Pedram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pedram's office at (804) 828-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sammy Pedram?
Please contact Dr. Pedram's office at (804) 828-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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