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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Niggemyer, Pulmonologist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Keith Niggemyer is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years. Dr. Niggemyer completed his residency at Oh State University Hospital. Dr. Niggemyer is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Niggemyer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niggemyer’s office at (520) 586-2644.
Where did Dr. Niggemyer go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Oh State University Hospital
What languages does Dr. Niggemyer speak?
Dr. Niggemyer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Niggemyer treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Niggemyer 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. Niggemyer. 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.
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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Niggemyer perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Niggemyer 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. Niggemyer. 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.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Niggemyer accept my insurance?
Dr. Niggemyer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 586-2644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niggemyer accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Niggemyer in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Maryland
State of Tennessee
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Niggemyer's office located?
Dr. Keith Niggemyer's Primary Practice
9104 Babcock Blvd Ste 2103
Pittsburgh, PA 15237
(520) 586-2644
What is Dr. Niggemyer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niggemyer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962592659.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niggemyer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niggemyer
What is Dr. Keith Niggemyer's specialty?
Dr. Niggemyer is a Pulmonologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Niggemyer to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Keith Niggemyer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Niggemyer is affiliated with WVU Medicine United Hospital Center, UPMC Passavant-McCandless 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 Keith Niggemyer accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Keith Niggemyer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keith Niggemyer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niggemyer's office at (520) 586-2644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keith Niggemyer?
Please contact Dr. Niggemyer's office at (520) 586-2644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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