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31 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Koura, Pulmonologist in Georgetown, KY?
Dr. Firas Koura, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Georgetown, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 31 years. Dr. Koura graduated from University of Louisville School of Medicine and completed his residency at Weiss Memorial Hospital. Dr. Koura is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koura’s office at (502) 570-3706.
Where did Dr. Koura go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Weiss Memorial Hospital | Southern Illinois University School of Medicine Program
Medical School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Med Damascus Syria | University of Damascus / Faculty of Medicine | University of Louisville School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Koura speak?
Dr. Koura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Koura typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Koura 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. Koura. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Koura typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Firas Koura may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Koura's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Koura accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Koura's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Koura's office located?
Dr. Firas Koura's Primary Practice
1138 Lexington Rd Ste 230
Georgetown, KY 40324
(502) 570-3706
What is Dr. Koura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790888683.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koura
What is Dr. Firas Koura's specialty?
Dr. Koura is a Pulmonologist near Georgetown, KY.
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. Firas Koura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Koura is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Firas Koura accepting new patients in Georgetown, KY?
Yes, Dr. Firas Koura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Firas Koura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koura's office at (502) 570-3706 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Firas Koura?
Please contact Dr. Koura's office at (502) 570-3706 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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