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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paul, Pulmonologist in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Tessy Paul, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Charlottesville, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Paul is fluent in English, Hindi, Malayalam, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (434) 924-5219.
Is Dr. Paul board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Tessy Paul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paul speak?
Dr. Paul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paul typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- 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:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
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:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paul typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 924-5219 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paul accept in Charlottesville, VA?
Dr. Paul in Charlottesville, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paul's office located?
Dr. Tessy Paul's Primary Practice
1300 Jefferson Park Ave
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 924-5219
What is Dr. Paul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063671105.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paul
What is Dr. Tessy Paul's specialty?
Dr. Paul is a Pulmonologist near Charlottesville, VA.
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. Tessy Paul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paul is affiliated with Uva University Hospital, Sentara Rmh Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Uva Health Culpeper Medical Center, Prince William Medical Center, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center 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 Tessy Paul accepting new patients in Charlottesville, VA?
Yes, Dr. Tessy Paul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tessy Paul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (434) 924-5219 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tessy Paul?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (434) 924-5219 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tessy Paul have?
Dr. Tessy Paul is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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