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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Byers, Pulmonologist in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Derek Byers, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Byers graduated from University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas and completed his residency at Ut Southwestern. Dr. Byers is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Byers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Byers’s office at (877) 888-5864.
Where did Dr. Byers go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ut Southwestern
Medical School: University of Texas Southwestern Medical School, Dallas
Is Dr. Byers board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Derek Byers, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Byers speak?
Dr. Byers and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Byers typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Byers 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. Byers. 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:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Byers typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Derek Byers may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Byers' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Byers accept my insurance?
Dr. Byers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (877) 888-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Byers accept in Saint Louis, MO?
Dr. Byers in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Byers' office located?
Dr. Derek Byers' Primary Practice
10 Barnes West Dr Ste 200
Saint Louis, MO 63141
(877) 888-5864
What is Dr. Byers's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Byers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407074701.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Byers?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Byers
What is Dr. Derek Byers's specialty?
Dr. Byers is a Pulmonologist near Saint Louis, MO.
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. Derek Byers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Byers is affiliated with Neosho Memorial Regional Medical Center, Springfield Memorial Hospital, Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center, West Burlington Campus, Corewell Health Pennock Hospital, Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin 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 Derek Byers accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?
Yes, Dr. Derek Byers is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derek Byers offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Byers's office at (877) 888-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derek Byers?
Please contact Dr. Byers's office at (877) 888-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Derek Byers have?
Dr. Derek Byers is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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