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20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Yertha, Pulmonologist in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Arvind Yertha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hammond, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Yertha is fluent in English, Hindi, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yertha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yertha’s office at (985) 230-1580.
Where did Dr. Yertha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Health Sciences / Kurnool Medical College
Is Dr. Yertha board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Arvind Yertha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Yertha speak?
Dr. Yertha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yertha typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yertha 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. Yertha. 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yertha typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yertha 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. Yertha. 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
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Yertha accept my insurance?
Dr. Yertha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (985) 230-1580 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yertha accept in Hammond, LA?
Dr. Yertha in Hammond, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Yertha's office located?
What is Dr. Yertha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yertha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720178197.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yertha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yertha
What is Dr. Arvind Yertha's specialty?
Dr. Yertha is a Pulmonologist near Hammond, LA.
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. Arvind Yertha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Yertha is affiliated with North Oaks Medical Center, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet 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
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Is Arvind Yertha accepting new patients in Hammond, LA?
Yes, Dr. Arvind Yertha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Arvind Yertha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yertha's office at (985) 230-1580 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Arvind Yertha?
Please contact Dr. Yertha's office at (985) 230-1580 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Arvind Yertha have?
Dr. Arvind Yertha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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