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Dr. Tetsuro Maeda, MD

Pulmonologist

Birmingham, AL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Maeda, Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Tetsuro Maeda, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Maeda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maeda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maeda’s office at (205) 297-9411.

    What languages does Dr. Maeda speak?

    Dr. Maeda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Maeda typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Maeda 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. Maeda. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Maeda typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Maeda 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. Maeda. 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 Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Maeda accept my insurance?

    Dr. Maeda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Maeda accept in Birmingham, AL?

    Dr. Maeda in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Alabama

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Viva Health

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    Where is Dr. Maeda's office located?

    Dr. Tetsuro Maeda's Primary Practice

    619 19th St S

    Birmingham, AL 35249

    (205) 297-9411

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    Dr. Tetsuro Maeda's Practice 2

    1201 11th Ave S

    Birmingham, AL 35205

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    Dr. Tetsuro Maeda's Practice 3

    3368 Highway 280 Ste 209

    Alexander City, AL 35010

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    What is Dr. Maeda's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Maeda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346762648.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maeda?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Maeda

    What is Dr. Tetsuro Maeda's specialty?

    Dr. Maeda is a Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL.

    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. Tetsuro Maeda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Maeda is affiliated with Uab 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. Tetsuro Maeda accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?

    Yes, Dr. Tetsuro Maeda is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tetsuro Maeda offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Maeda's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tetsuro Maeda?

    Please contact Dr. Maeda's office at (205) 297-9411 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Maeda's office located?

    Dr. Maeda's offices are located in Birmingham, AL and Alexander City, AL.