MA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asghar, Pulmonologist in Shiloh, IL?
Dr. Muhammad Asghar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shiloh, IL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Asghar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asghar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asghar’s office.
What languages does Dr. Asghar speak?
Dr. Asghar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Asghar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Asghar 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. Asghar. 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:
- 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Smoker's cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-term bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J410: Simple chronic bronchitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Asghar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Asghar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Asghar accept my insurance?
Dr. Asghar 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. Asghar accept in Shiloh, IL?
Dr. Asghar in Shiloh, IL 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Illinois
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Asghar's office located?
What is Dr. Asghar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asghar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447416342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asghar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asghar
What is Dr. Muhammad Asghar's specialty?
Dr. Asghar is a Pulmonologist near Shiloh, IL.
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. Muhammad Asghar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asghar is affiliated with Anderson Hospital, Hshs St. Anthony's Memorial 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 Muhammad Asghar accepting new patients in Shiloh, IL?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Asghar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Asghar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Asghar?
Please contact Dr. Asghar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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