18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garcha, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Puneet Garcha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garcha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garcha’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garcha’s office at (214) 820-6856.
Where did Dr. Garcha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College, India
Is Dr. Garcha board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Puneet Garcha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garcha speak?
Dr. Garcha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Garcha treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Garcha 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. Garcha. 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:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
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 Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
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:
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Garcha perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Puneet Garcha 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. Garcha's office.
Does Dr. Garcha accept my insurance?
Dr. Garcha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 820-6856 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garcha accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Garcha in Houston, 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
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
The Health Plan of the Upper Ohio Valley
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garcha's office located?
Dr. Puneet Garcha's Primary Practice
6770 Bertner Ave Ste C
Houston, TX 77030
(214) 820-6856
What is Dr. Garcha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garcha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881868883.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garcha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garcha
What is Dr. Puneet Garcha's specialty?
Dr. Garcha is a Pulmonologist near Houston, 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. Garcha to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Puneet Garcha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garcha is affiliated with Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, St. Luke's Health - The Woodlands Hospital 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
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Is Puneet Garcha accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Puneet Garcha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Puneet Garcha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garcha's office at (214) 820-6856 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Puneet Garcha?
Please contact Dr. Garcha's office at (214) 820-6856 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Puneet Garcha have?
Dr. Puneet Garcha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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