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Dr. Francis Brahmakulam, MD
Darby, PA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brahmakulam, Pulmonologist in Darby, PA?
Dr. Francis Brahmakulam, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Darby, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Brahmakulam is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brahmakulam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brahmakulam’s office.
Is Dr. Brahmakulam board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Francis Brahmakulam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Brahmakulam speak?
Dr. Brahmakulam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Brahmakulam typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Brahmakulam 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. Brahmakulam. 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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Brahmakulam typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Francis Brahmakulam may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Brahmakulam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brahmakulam accept my insurance?
Dr. Brahmakulam 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. Brahmakulam accept in Darby, PA?
Dr. Brahmakulam in Darby, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Highmark Health
Humana
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Risant Health
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Brahmakulam's office located?
What is Dr. Brahmakulam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brahmakulam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952563165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brahmakulam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brahmakulam
What is Dr. Francis Brahmakulam's specialty?
Dr. Brahmakulam is a Pulmonologist near Darby, PA.
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. Francis Brahmakulam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brahmakulam is affiliated with Lankenau Medical Center, Riddle Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Temple University 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Francis Brahmakulam accepting new patients in Darby, PA?
Yes, Dr. Francis Brahmakulam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Francis Brahmakulam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brahmakulam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Francis Brahmakulam?
Please contact Dr. Brahmakulam's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Francis Brahmakulam have?
Dr. Francis Brahmakulam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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1503 Lansdowne Ave Ste 3007
Darby, PA 19023