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Dr. Mehandi Haran, MD

Dr. Mehandi Haran, MD

Lafayette, LA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Haran, Pulmonologist in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Mehandi Haran, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Haran is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Haran’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Haran’s office at (337) 470-3040.

    Is Dr. Haran board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Mehandi Haran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Haran speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Haran 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. Haran. 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:

    • 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:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Haran 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. Haran. 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

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Haran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Haran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 470-3040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Haran accept in Lafayette, LA?

    Dr. Haran in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Haran's office located?

    Dr. Mehandi Haran's Primary Practice

    4801 Ambassador Caffery Pkwy

    Lafayette, LA 70508

    (337) 470-3040

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

    Dr. Haran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114103694.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Haran?

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

    What is Dr. Mehandi Haran's specialty?

    Dr. Haran is a Pulmonologist near Lafayette, LA.

    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. Mehandi Haran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Haran is affiliated with Abbeville General Hospital, Opelousas General Health System-Main Campus, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Iberia Medical Center 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

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    Is Mehandi Haran accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?

    No, Dr. Mehandi Haran is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Mehandi Haran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Haran's office at (337) 470-3040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Mehandi Haran?

    Please contact Dr. Haran's office at (337) 470-3040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Mehandi Haran have?

    Dr. Mehandi Haran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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