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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnan, Pulmonologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Govind Krishnan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnan’s office at (919) 470-8490.
What languages does Dr. Krishnan speak?
Dr. Krishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Krishnan typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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:
- Other Lung Disease
- Diaphragm Disorder
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
- Diaphragmatic Problems
- Breathing Muscle Disorders
- Problems with the Diaphragm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
- J986: Disorders of diaphragm
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Duchenne or Becker Muscular Dystrophy
- Muscular Dystrophy
- DMD
- BMD
- Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy
- Becker Muscular Dystrophy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7101: Duchenne or Becker muscular dystrophy
Also known as:
- Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis
- ALS
- Lou Gehrig's Disease
- Motor Neuron Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G1221: Amyotrophic lateral sclerosis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Krishnan typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Govind Krishnan may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 470-8490 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnan accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Krishnan in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Krishnan's office located?
Dr. Govind Krishnan's Primary Practice
5939 Harry Hines Blvd
Dallas, TX 75235
(919) 470-8490
What is Dr. Krishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609239268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnan
What is Dr. Govind Krishnan's specialty?
Dr. Krishnan is a Pulmonologist near Dallas, TX.
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. Govind Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnan is affiliated with William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Govind Krishnan accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Govind Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Govind Krishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (919) 470-8490 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Govind Krishnan?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (919) 470-8490 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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