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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Michels, Pulmonologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Benjamin Michels, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Michels is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Michels’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Michels’s office at (253) 403-6850.
Where did Dr. Michels go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Ia Roy J & L Carver Com
Is Dr. Michels board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Michels, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Michels speak?
Dr. Michels and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Michels typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Michels 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. Michels. 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:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Michels typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Michels may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Michels' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Michels accept my insurance?
Dr. Michels accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 403-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Michels accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Michels in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Michels' office located?
Tacoma Gen Emerg Dept
316 Martin Luther King Jr Way Ste 401
Tacoma, WA 98405
(253) 403-6850
What is Dr. Michels's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Michels's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710142534.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Michels?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Michels
What is Dr. Benjamin Michels's specialty?
Dr. Michels is a Pulmonologist near Tacoma, WA.
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. Benjamin Michels affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Michels is affiliated with Multicare Tacoma General Hospital 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Benjamin Michels accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Michels is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Michels offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Michels's office at (253) 403-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Michels?
Please contact Dr. Michels's office at (253) 403-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Benjamin Michels have?
Dr. Benjamin Michels is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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