45 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Raghu, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ganesh Raghu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 45 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Raghu graduated from University of Mysore Medical College and completed his residency at Bangalore Univ. Medical College Hospital. Dr. Raghu is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Raghu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Raghu’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Raghu?
Dr. Ganesh Raghu, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Raghu empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, Interstitial Lung Disease, Pulmonary Fibrosis, Sarcoidosis, Transplant Medicine-Lung, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle/WA community, Dr. Raghu is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Raghu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UW - Dept. of Medicine
Residency: Bangalore Univ. Medical College Hospital | Hartlepoole General Hospital | State University Of New York At Buffalo School Of Medicine | Univ. of Rochester SOM
Medical School: University of Mysore Medical College
Is Dr. Raghu board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Raghu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1982
What languages does Dr. Raghu speak?
Dr. Raghu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Raghu treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Raghu 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. Raghu. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- Progressive Fibrotic Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
- Progressive pulmonary fibrosis
- Worsening lung scarring
- Advanced fibrotic ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
- J84170: Interstitial lung disease with progressive fibrotic phenotype in diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid Myocarditis
- Cardiomyopathy
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
- Cardiac Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoidosis of the Heart Muscle
- Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
- D8685: Sarcoid myocarditis
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Extrinsic Allergic Alveolitis
- Allergic Lung Inflammation
- Organic Dust Lung Disease
- HP Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J679: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dust
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Pneumonia
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- COP
- Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia
- BOOP
- Organizing pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84116: Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
Also known as:
- Long-term Immunomodulator or Immunosuppressant Use
- Chronic immune system medication
- Long-term immune suppressants
- Immunomodulatory therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7960: Long term (current) use of unspecified immunomodulators and immunosuppressants
Which procedures does Dr. Raghu perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ganesh Raghu may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Raghu's office.
Does Dr. Raghu accept my insurance?
Dr. Raghu 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. Raghu accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Raghu in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Raghu's office located?
What is Dr. Raghu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Raghu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821188780.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Raghu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Raghu
What is Dr. Ganesh Raghu's specialty?
Dr. Raghu is a Pulmonologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Raghu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ganesh Raghu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Raghu is affiliated with UW Medical Center - Montlake 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
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Is Ganesh Raghu accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Raghu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ganesh Raghu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Raghu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ganesh Raghu?
Please contact Dr. Raghu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ganesh Raghu have?
Dr. Ganesh Raghu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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