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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puthalapattu, Pulmonologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Puthalapattu is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puthalapattu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puthalapattu’s office at (520) 872-3000.
Is Dr. Puthalapattu board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puthalapattu speak?
Dr. Puthalapattu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Puthalapattu typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Puthalapattu 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. Puthalapattu. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
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:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Puthalapattu typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Puthalapattu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puthalapattu accept my insurance?
Dr. Puthalapattu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 872-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puthalapattu accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Puthalapattu in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Puthalapattu's office located?
Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu's Primary Practice
839 W Congress St
Tucson, AZ 85745
(520) 872-3000
What is Dr. Puthalapattu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puthalapattu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447443486.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puthalapattu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puthalapattu
What is Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu's specialty?
Dr. Puthalapattu is a Pulmonologist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Swathy Puthalapattu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puthalapattu is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Casa Grande 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Swathy Puthalapattu accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puthalapattu's office at (520) 872-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Swathy Puthalapattu?
Please contact Dr. Puthalapattu's office at (520) 872-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu have?
Dr. Swathy Puthalapattu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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