17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ahrens, Pulmonologist in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Mitchell Ahrens, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Springfield, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Ahrens graduated from University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine and is currently affiliated with Select Specialty Hospital Springfield. Dr. Ahrens is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ahrens’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ahrens’s office at (417) 875-3114.
Where did Dr. Ahrens go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine | University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences College of Medicine
Is Dr. Ahrens board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell Ahrens, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ahrens speak?
Dr. Ahrens and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahrens typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ahrens 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. Ahrens. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
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:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ahrens typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ahrens 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. Ahrens. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Ahrens accept my insurance?
Dr. Ahrens accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (417) 875-3114 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ahrens accept in Springfield, MO?
Dr. Ahrens in Springfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Arkansas Blue Cross and Blue Shield
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Arkansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ahrens' office located?
Dr. Mitchell Ahrens' Primary Practice
3800 S National Ave Ste 510
Springfield, MO 65807
(417) 875-3114
What is Dr. Ahrens's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ahrens's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407967235.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ahrens?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ahrens
What is Dr. Mitchell Ahrens's specialty?
Dr. Ahrens is a Pulmonologist near Springfield, MO.
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. Mitchell Ahrens affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ahrens is affiliated with Cox Medical Center South, North Arkansas Regional Medical Center, Citizens Memorial 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 Mitchell Ahrens accepting new patients in Springfield, MO?
Yes, Dr. Mitchell Ahrens is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mitchell Ahrens offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ahrens's office at (417) 875-3114 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mitchell Ahrens?
Please contact Dr. Ahrens's office at (417) 875-3114 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mitchell Ahrens have?
Dr. Mitchell Ahrens is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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