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Who is Dr. Nijjar, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Vijay Nijjar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Nijjar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nijjar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nijjar’s office at (504) 702-3000.
What languages does Dr. Nijjar speak?
Dr. Nijjar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nijjar treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nijjar 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. Nijjar. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Which procedures does Dr. Nijjar perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vijay Nijjar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nijjar's office.
Does Dr. Nijjar accept my insurance?
Dr. Nijjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 702-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nijjar accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Nijjar in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Nijjar's office located?
What is Dr. Nijjar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nijjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235621780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nijjar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nijjar
What is Dr. Vijay Nijjar's specialty?
Dr. Nijjar is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Nijjar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vijay Nijjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nijjar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Vijay Nijjar accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Nijjar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Nijjar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (504) 702-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Nijjar?
Please contact Dr. Nijjar's office at (504) 702-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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