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Dr. Asim Alam

Pulmonologist, Internist

Oakland, CA

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 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Alam typically 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. 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
    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Asim Alam may include:

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    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

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jefferson Health

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    Dr. Asim Alam's Primary Practice

    1411 E 31st St

    Oakland, CA 94602

    (858) 531-2152

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    Dept Of Internal Medicine

    2238 Geary Blvd Fl 4

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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    Dr. Asim Alam's Practice 3

    845 Jackson St

    San Francisco, CA 94133

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    What is Dr. Alam's NPI number?A 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.

    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. 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 Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. 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 Dr. Asim Alam?

    Please contact Dr. Alam's office at (858) 531-2152 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Alam's office located?

    Dr. Alam's offices are located in Oakland, CA and San Francisco, CA.