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Dr. Anil Ghimire, MD
Fresno, CA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghimire, Pulmonologist in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Anil Ghimire, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Ghimire graduated from Bp Koirala Institute Of Health Sciences. Dr. Ghimire is fluent in English and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghimire’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghimire’s office at (559) 256-5130.
Where did Dr. Ghimire go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Bp Koirala Institute Of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Ghimire board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Anil Ghimire, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghimire speak?
Dr. Ghimire and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Nepali
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ghimire typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ghimire 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. Ghimire. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ghimire typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ghimire 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. Ghimire. 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:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
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
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Ghimire accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghimire 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. Ghimire accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Ghimire 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
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghimire's office located?
Dr. Anil Ghimire's Primary Practice
2335 E Kashian Ln Ste 260
Fresno, CA 93701
(559) 256-5130
What is Dr. Ghimire's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghimire's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821253626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghimire?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghimire
What is Dr. Anil Ghimire's specialty?
Dr. Ghimire is a Pulmonologist near Fresno, CA.
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. Anil Ghimire affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghimire is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Clovis Community Medical Center, Upstate University Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Cooper University Hospital Cape Regional 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 Anil Ghimire accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Anil Ghimire is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anil Ghimire offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghimire's office at (559) 256-5130 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anil Ghimire?
Please contact Dr. Ghimire's office at (559) 256-5130 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anil Ghimire have?
Dr. Anil Ghimire is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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