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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gandhi, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shifa Gandhi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gandhi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandhi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandhi’s office at (203) 688-4242.
What languages does Dr. Gandhi speak?
Dr. Gandhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gandhi typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gandhi typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shifa Gandhi may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gandhi accept my insurance?
Dr. Gandhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 688-4242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gandhi accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Gandhi in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?
Dr. Shifa Gandhi's Primary Practice
3500 N Broad St Rm 1A
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(203) 688-4242
What hospitals are Dr. Gandhi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gandhi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
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Temple University Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
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Lehigh Valley Hospital - Gilbertsville,Gilbertsville, PA
Lehigh Valley Hospital - Gilbertsville,Gilbertsville, PA
Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
Temple Health - Chestnut Hill Hospital,Philadelphia, PA
What is Dr. Gandhi's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gandhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336602416.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandhi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gandhi
What is Dr. Shifa Gandhi's specialty?
Dr. Gandhi is a Pulmonologist near Philadelphia, 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 Dr. Shifa Gandhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gandhi is affiliated with Temple University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Shifa Gandhi accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shifa Gandhi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shifa Gandhi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (203) 688-4242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Shifa Gandhi?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (203) 688-4242 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?
Dr. Gandhi's office is located in Philadelphia, PA.
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