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16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chrissian, Pulmonologist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Ara Chrissian, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Chrissian is fluent in English and Armenian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chrissian’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chrissian’s office at (909) 558-2896.
Is Dr. Chrissian board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ara Chrissian, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chrissian speak?
Dr. Chrissian and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Armenian
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chrissian typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chrissian 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. Chrissian. 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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chrissian typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chrissian performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Chrissian. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Does Dr. Chrissian accept my insurance?
Dr. Chrissian accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-2896 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chrissian accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Chrissian in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Inland Empire
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chrissian's office located?
Dr. Ara Chrissian's Primary Practice
11370 Anderson St
Loma Linda, CA 92354
(909) 558-2896
What is Dr. Chrissian's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chrissian's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316055064.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chrissian?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chrissian
What is Dr. Ara Chrissian's specialty?
Dr. Chrissian is a Pulmonologist near Loma Linda, CA.
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. Ara Chrissian affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chrissian is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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 Ara Chrissian accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ara Chrissian is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ara Chrissian offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chrissian's office at (909) 558-2896 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ara Chrissian?
Please contact Dr. Chrissian's office at (909) 558-2896 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ara Chrissian have?
Dr. Ara Chrissian is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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