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Dr. Bilal Safadi, MD
Merrillville, IN
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Safadi, Pulmonologist in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Bilal Safadi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Merrillville, IN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Safadi is fluent in English, Arabic, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Safadi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Safadi’s office at (219) 769-0054.
Is Dr. Safadi board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Bilal Safadi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Safadi speak?
Dr. Safadi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Safadi treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Safadi 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. Safadi. 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:
- 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Other Pneumonia
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J188: Other pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Acute Pulmonary Edema
- Lung Disease
- Sudden Fluid in Lungs
- Acute Lung Congestion
- Flash Pulmonary Edema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J810: Acute pulmonary edema
Also known as:
- Collapsed Lung
- Atelectasis
- Lung collapse
- Incomplete lung expansion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9811: Atelectasis
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Tobacco Use
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Smoking habit
- Nicotine use
- Tobacco dependency
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z720: Tobacco use
Which procedures does Dr. Safadi perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bilal Safadi 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. Safadi's office.
Does Dr. Safadi accept my insurance?
Dr. Safadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 769-0054 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Safadi accept in Merrillville, IN?
Dr. Safadi in Merrillville, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
MagnaCare Rx
Medicare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Safadi's office located?
What is Dr. Safadi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Safadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1457512816.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Safadi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Safadi
What is Dr. Bilal Safadi's specialty?
Dr. Safadi is a Pulmonologist near Merrillville, IN. 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. Safadi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bilal Safadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Safadi is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Hobart, In 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 Bilal Safadi accepting new patients in Merrillville, IN?
Yes, Dr. Bilal Safadi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bilal Safadi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Safadi's office at (219) 769-0054 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bilal Safadi?
Please contact Dr. Safadi's office at (219) 769-0054 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bilal Safadi have?
Dr. Bilal Safadi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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