Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Popat, Pulmonologist in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. Chirag Popat, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Douglasville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Popat is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Popat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Popat’s office.
Is Dr. Popat board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Chirag Popat, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Popat speak?
Dr. Popat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Popat typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Popat 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. Popat. 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.
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
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:
- 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:
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Popat typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Chirag Popat may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Popat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Popat accept my insurance?
Dr. Popat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Popat accept in Douglasville, GA?
Dr. Popat in Douglasville, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Popat's office located?
Dr. Chirag Popat's Primary Practice
6001 Professional Pkwy Ste 2020
Douglasville, GA 30134
What is Dr. Popat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Popat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003073578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Popat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Popat
What is Dr. Chirag Popat's specialty?
Dr. Popat is a Pulmonologist near Douglasville, GA.
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. Chirag Popat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Popat is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center 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 Chirag Popat accepting new patients in Douglasville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Chirag Popat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chirag Popat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Popat's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chirag Popat?
Please contact Dr. Popat's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Chirag Popat have?
Dr. Chirag Popat is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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