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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gidwani, Pulmonologist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Nisha Gidwani, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gidwani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gidwani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gidwani’s office at (415) 885-7755.
Is Dr. Gidwani board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Gidwani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gidwani speak?
Dr. Gidwani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gidwani typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Gidwani 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. Gidwani. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Gidwani typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nisha Gidwani may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Gidwani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gidwani accept my insurance?
Dr. Gidwani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 885-7755 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gidwani accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Gidwani in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Imperial Health Holdings
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gidwani's office located?
Dr. Nisha Gidwani's Primary Practice
3100 San Pablo Ave
Berkeley, CA 94702
(415) 885-7755
What is Dr. Gidwani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gidwani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538336482.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gidwani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gidwani
What is Dr. Nisha Gidwani's specialty?
Dr. Gidwani is a Pulmonologist near Berkeley, 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 this Dr. Nisha Gidwani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gidwani is affiliated with Ucsf Medical Center At Parnassus, Novato Community Hospital, Ucsf Health St. Mary's 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nisha Gidwani accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Gidwani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Gidwani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gidwani's office at (415) 885-7755 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Gidwani?
Please contact Dr. Gidwani's office at (415) 885-7755 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nisha Gidwani have?
Dr. Nisha Gidwani is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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