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Who is Dr. Ajaz, Pulmonologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Fatima Ajaz, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ajaz is fluent in English, Panjabi, Punjabi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ajaz’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ajaz’s office at (509) 465-3919.
Is Dr. Ajaz board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Fatima Ajaz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ajaz speak?
Dr. Ajaz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Panjabi
Punjabi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ajaz treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ajaz 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. Ajaz. 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.
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Which procedures does Dr. Ajaz perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Fatima Ajaz may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ajaz's office.
Does Dr. Ajaz accept my insurance?
Dr. Ajaz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 465-3919 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ajaz accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Ajaz in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
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Where is Dr. Ajaz's office located?
What is Dr. Ajaz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ajaz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477731461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ajaz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ajaz
What is Dr. Fatima Ajaz's specialty?
Dr. Ajaz is a Pulmonologist near Spokane, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Ajaz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Fatima Ajaz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ajaz is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Providence St. Josephs Hospital, Providence Sacred Heart Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
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Is Fatima Ajaz accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Fatima Ajaz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Fatima Ajaz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ajaz's office at (509) 465-3919 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Fatima Ajaz?
Please contact Dr. Ajaz's office at (509) 465-3919 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Fatima Ajaz have?
Dr. Fatima Ajaz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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