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Dr. Pravachan Hegde, MD

Fresno, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hegde, Pulmonologist in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Pravachan Hegde, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Hegde is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hegde’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hegde’s office at (559) 256-5130.

    Is Dr. Hegde board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Pravachan Hegde, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Hegde speak?

    Dr. Hegde and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Kannada

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hegde typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hegde 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. Hegde. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Upper airway disease
    • Nose and throat conditions
    • Upper respiratory illness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Swallowing
    • Swallowing Disorder
    • Dysphagia
    • Trouble swallowing
    • Painful swallowing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Hegde typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hegde 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. Hegde. 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)
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Upper GI Endoscopy with Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with EUS-FNA
    • Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Esophageal/Stomach Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43238: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s), (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination limited to the esophagus, stomach or duodenum, and adjacent structures)

    Does Dr. Hegde accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hegde accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 256-5130 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hegde accept in Fresno, CA?

    Dr. Hegde in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Managed Care of America

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Hegde's office located?

    Dr. Pravachan Hegde's Primary Practice

    45 E River Park Pl W Ste 507

    Fresno, CA 93720

    (559) 256-5130

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    Dr. Pravachan Hegde's Practice 2

    290 N Wayte Ln Ste 2300

    Fresno, CA 93701

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    Dr. Pravachan Hegde's Practice 3

    2335 E Kashian Ln Ste 260

    Fresno, CA 93701

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    What is Dr. Hegde's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Hegde's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801050331.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hegde?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hegde

    What is Dr. Pravachan Hegde's specialty?

    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 Dr. Pravachan Hegde affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hegde is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Clovis Community Medical Center, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Kaiser Permanente Fresno 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 Dr. Pravachan Hegde accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Pravachan Hegde is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pravachan Hegde offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hegde's office at (559) 256-5130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Pravachan Hegde?

    Please contact Dr. Hegde's office at (559) 256-5130 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hegde's office located?

    Dr. Hegde's office is located in Fresno, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pravachan Hegde have?

    Dr. Pravachan Hegde is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.