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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Batson, Pulmonologist in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Benjamin Batson, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lubbock, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Batson is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Batson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Batson’s office at (806) 775-8200.
What languages does Dr. Batson speak?
Dr. Batson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Batson typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Batson 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. Batson. 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
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity with Breathing Problems
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity and Lung Issues
- Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
- Pickwickian Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- E662: Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilation
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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Batson typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Benjamin Batson may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Batson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Batson accept my insurance?
Dr. Batson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (806) 775-8200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Batson accept in Lubbock, TX?
Dr. Batson in Lubbock, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Baylor Scott & White Holdings
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of New Mexico
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Batson's office located?
Dr. Benjamin Batson's Primary Practice
3621 22nd St Ste 400
Lubbock, TX 79410
(806) 775-8200
What is Dr. Batson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Batson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699296954.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Batson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Batson
What is Dr. Benjamin Batson's specialty?
Dr. Batson is a Pulmonologist near Lubbock, 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. Benjamin Batson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Batson is affiliated with Plains Regional Medical Center, Grace Surgical 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 Benjamin Batson accepting new patients in Lubbock, TX?
Yes, Dr. Benjamin Batson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Benjamin Batson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Batson's office at (806) 775-8200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Benjamin Batson?
Please contact Dr. Batson's office at (806) 775-8200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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