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49 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shukla, Pulmonologist in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Lakshni Shukla, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Costa Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 49 years. Dr. Shukla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shukla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shukla’s office at (949) 548-5111.
What languages does Dr. Shukla speak?
Dr. Shukla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shukla typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shukla 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. Shukla. 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:
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4552: Severe persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Upper Respiratory Tract Disease
- Bronchial Disorder
- Upper airway disease
- Nose and throat conditions
- Upper respiratory illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- J398: Other specified diseases of upper respiratory tract
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shukla typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshni Shukla may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shukla accept my insurance?
Dr. Shukla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 548-5111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shukla accept in Costa Mesa, CA?
Dr. Shukla in Costa Mesa, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hoag Memorial Hospital Presbyterian
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shukla's office located?
What is Dr. Shukla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shukla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407043243.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shukla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shukla
What is Dr. Lakshni Shukla's specialty?
Dr. Shukla is a Pulmonologist near Costa Mesa, 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. Lakshni Shukla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shukla is affiliated with Hoag Hospital Newport Beach 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
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 Lakshni Shukla accepting new patients in Costa Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lakshni Shukla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshni Shukla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (949) 548-5111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshni Shukla?
Please contact Dr. Shukla's office at (949) 548-5111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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