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Dr. Ankit Kushwaha, MD

Jackson, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kushwaha, Pulmonologist in Jackson, TN?

    Dr. Ankit Kushwaha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, TN. Dr. Kushwaha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kushwaha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kushwaha’s office at (731) 422-7900.

    What languages does Dr. Kushwaha speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kushwaha 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. Kushwaha. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

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

    Does Dr. Kushwaha accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kushwaha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (731) 422-7900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kushwaha accept in Jackson, TN?

    Dr. Kushwaha in Jackson, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Kushwaha's office located?

    Dr. Ankit Kushwaha's Primary Practice

    587 Skyline Dr

    Jackson, TN 38301

    (731) 422-7900

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    What hospitals are Dr. Kushwaha affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Kushwaha has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    West Tennessee Healthcare Volunteer Hospital,Martin, TN
    West Tennessee Healthcare Milan Hospital,Milan, TN
    West Tennessee Healthcare Bolivar Hospital,Bolivar, TN

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

    Dr. Kushwaha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932698339.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kushwaha?

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

    What is Dr. Ankit Kushwaha's specialty?

    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. Ankit Kushwaha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kushwaha is affiliated with West Tennessee Healthcare Jackson-Madison County General Hospital, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Ankit Kushwaha accepting new patients in Jackson, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Ankit Kushwaha is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ankit Kushwaha offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kushwaha's office at (731) 422-7900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ankit Kushwaha?

    Please contact Dr. Kushwaha's office at (731) 422-7900 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kushwaha's office located?

    Dr. Kushwaha's office is located in Jackson, TN.