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Who is Dr. Yunt, Pulmonologist in Denver, CO?
Dr. Zulma Yunt, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Denver, CO. Dr. Yunt graduated from Creighton University School of Medicine. Dr. Yunt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yunt’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yunt’s office at (303) 388-4461.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Yunt?
Dr. Zulma Yunt, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Yunt empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Vascular Disease, Respiratory Distress Syndrome (ARDS), Sepsis & Septic Shock, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver/CO community, Dr. Yunt is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Yunt go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Creighton University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yunt speak?
Dr. Yunt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yunt treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yunt 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. Yunt. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vocal Cord Disorder
- Throat Disorder
- Voice Disorder
- Voice problems
- Vocal fold issues
- Throat conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J383: Other diseases of vocal cords
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Yunt perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yunt performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Yunt. 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:
- Pulmonary Stress Test
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Respiratory Flow Volume Loop Test
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Lung Stress Test
- 6-Minute Walk Test
- Breathing Stress Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
- Flow-volume loop
- Pulmonary function test
- Spirometry with flow-volume loop
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
CPT Codes:
- 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 94375: Respiratory flow volume loop
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
Also known as:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Yunt accept my insurance?
Dr. Yunt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 388-4461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yunt accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Yunt in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Steward Health Choice
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Yunt's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Zulma Yunt?
Dr. Yunt has appointments available at her Denver, CO office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Yunt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yunt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699949982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yunt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yunt
What is Dr. Zulma Yunt's specialty?
Dr. Yunt is a Pulmonologist near Denver, CO. 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. Yunt to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Zulma Yunt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yunt is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: National Jewish Health. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Zulma Yunt accepting new patients in Denver, CO?
Yes, Dr. Zulma Yunt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zulma Yunt offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Yunt, or call (303) 388-4461 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Zulma Yunt?
Please contact Dr. Yunt's office at (303) 388-4461 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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