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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alam, Pulmonologist in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Asim Alam is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Alam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alam’s office at (858) 531-2152.
What languages does Dr. Alam speak?
Dr. Alam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alam treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alam 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. Alam. 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:
- 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:
- 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
Which procedures does Dr. Alam perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Asim Alam 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. Alam's office.
Does Dr. Alam accept my insurance?
Dr. Alam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 531-2152 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alam accept in Oakland, CA?
Dr. Alam in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other Third Party
CalOptima
Centene
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alam's office located?
What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467955286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alam
What is Dr. Asim Alam's specialty?
Dr. Alam is a Pulmonologist near Oakland, CA. 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. Alam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Asim Alam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alam is affiliated with California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Sutter Santa Rosa Regional Hospital 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 Asim Alam accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?
Yes, Dr. Asim Alam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Asim Alam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (858) 531-2152 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Asim Alam?
Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (858) 531-2152 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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