20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saggar, Pulmonologist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Rajeev Saggar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Saggar completed his residency at Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Saggar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saggar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saggar’s office.
Where did Dr. Saggar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, UCLA School of Medicine
Residency: Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals | University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Affiliated Hospitals | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals
Is Dr. Saggar board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Rajeev Saggar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2004
What languages does Dr. Saggar speak?
Dr. Saggar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Saggar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Saggar 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. Saggar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Saggar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Saggar 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. Saggar. 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 here.
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. Saggar accept my insurance?
Dr. Saggar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saggar accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Saggar in Santa Monica, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Saggar's office located?
Dr. Rajeev Saggar's Primary Practice
2020 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 210
Santa Monica, CA 90404
What is Dr. Saggar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saggar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255351854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saggar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saggar
What is Dr. Rajeev Saggar's specialty?
Dr. Saggar is a Pulmonologist near Santa Monica, 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 this Dr. Rajeev Saggar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saggar is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Mountainview Hospital, Dignity Health - Glendale Memorial Hospital & Health Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Rajeev Saggar accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajeev Saggar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajeev Saggar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saggar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajeev Saggar?
Please contact Dr. Saggar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajeev Saggar have?
Dr. Rajeev Saggar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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