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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shrestha, Pulmonologist in West Reading, PA?
Dr. Sushmita Shrestha is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in West Reading, PA. Dr. Shrestha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shrestha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shrestha’s office at (203) 739-8105.
What languages does Dr. Shrestha speak?
Dr. Shrestha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shrestha typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shrestha 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. Shrestha. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shrestha typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sushmita Shrestha may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Shrestha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shrestha accept my insurance?
Dr. Shrestha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 739-8105 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shrestha accept in West Reading, PA?
Dr. Shrestha in West Reading, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
New York City Health and Hospitals Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Shrestha's office located?
Dr. Sushmita Shrestha's Primary Practice
420 S 5th Ave
West Reading, PA 19611
(203) 739-8105
What is Dr. Shrestha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shrestha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326573221.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shrestha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shrestha
What is Dr. Sushmita Shrestha's specialty?
Dr. Shrestha is a Pulmonologist near West Reading, PA.
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. Sushmita Shrestha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shrestha is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple, Pottstown 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 Sushmita Shrestha accepting new patients in West Reading, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sushmita Shrestha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sushmita Shrestha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shrestha's office at (203) 739-8105 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sushmita Shrestha?
Please contact Dr. Shrestha's office at (203) 739-8105 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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