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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sridhar, Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL. Dr. Sridhar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sridhar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sridhar’s office at (205) 934-4011.
What languages does Dr. Sridhar speak?
Dr. Sridhar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sridhar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sridhar 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. Sridhar. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sridhar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Sridhar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sridhar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sridhar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 934-4011 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sridhar accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Sridhar in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sridhar's office located?
Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar's Primary Practice
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249
(205) 934-4011
What is Dr. Sridhar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sridhar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912490426.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sridhar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sridhar
What is Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar's specialty?
Dr. Sridhar is a Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL.
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. Meenakshi Sridhar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sridhar is affiliated with Uab 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Meenakshi Sridhar accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meenakshi Sridhar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sridhar's office at (205) 934-4011 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meenakshi Sridhar?
Please contact Dr. Sridhar's office at (205) 934-4011 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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