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Dr. Duc Nguyen, MD

Pulmonologist

Simi Valley, CA

27 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Pulmonologist in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Duc Nguyen, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Simi Valley, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Nguyen graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine and completed his residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (805) 520-1577.

    Where did Dr. Nguyen go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Thoracic Surgery; Univ Of Mn Med Sch, General Surgery | Cedars-Sinai Medical Center

    • Medical School: Boston Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma | American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine | University of California

    Is Dr. Nguyen board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Nguyen, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

    Dr. Nguyen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nguyen typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Nguyen typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Inhaler or Nebulizer Training
    • Aerosol Device Instruction
    • MDI Training
    • Breathing Treatment Education

    CPT Codes:

    • 94664: Demonstration and/or evaluation of patient utilization of an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or IPPB device

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (805) 520-1577 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Simi Valley, CA?

    Dr. Nguyen in Simi Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Duc Nguyen's Primary Practice

    1177 Roadrunner Way

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

    (805) 520-1577

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    Dr. Duc Nguyen's Practice 2

    2975 Sycamore Dr

    Simi Valley, CA 93065

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    What is Dr. Nguyen's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306945365.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nguyen

    What is Dr. Duc Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Pulmonologist near Simi Valley, 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 Dr. Duc Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Los Robles Regional Medical Center, Dignity Health - Marian Regional Medical Center, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Providence Holy Cross Medical Center 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 Dr. Duc Nguyen accepting new patients in Simi Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Duc Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Duc Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (805) 520-1577 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Duc Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (805) 520-1577 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Nguyen's office is located in Simi Valley, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Duc Nguyen have?

    Dr. Duc Nguyen is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.