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Who is Dr. Ghassemieh, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ghassemieh is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghassemieh’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghassemieh’s office.
Is Dr. Ghassemieh board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ghassemieh speak?
Dr. Ghassemieh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Ghassemieh treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ghassemieh 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. Ghassemieh. 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
- Wheezing
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
- Whistling breath
- Wheezy breathing
- Asthmatic breathing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R062: Wheezing
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Flare-Up
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
- Acute Bronchiectasis Exacerbation
- Worsening Bronchiectasis
- Bronchiectasis Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
- J471: Bronchiectasis with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- Lung Tuberculosis
- Tuberculosis
- Pulmonary Tuberculosis
- TB of the Lungs
- Consumption
ICD-10 Codes:
- A150: Tuberculosis of lung
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:
- Lung Mycobacterial Infection
- Mycobacterial Infection
- Pulmonary NTM Infection
- Lung Nontuberculous Mycobacteria
ICD-10 Codes:
- A310: Pulmonary mycobacterial infection
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
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
Which procedures does Dr. Ghassemieh perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh 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. Ghassemieh's office.
Does Dr. Ghassemieh accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghassemieh 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. Ghassemieh accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Ghassemieh 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)
Centene
Community Health Plan of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ghassemieh's office located?
What is Dr. Ghassemieh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghassemieh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720218514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghassemieh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghassemieh
What is Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh's specialty?
Dr. Ghassemieh 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. Ghassemieh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghassemieh 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
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Is Bijan Ghassemieh accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemieh's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bijan Ghassemieh?
Please contact Dr. Ghassemieh's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh have?
Dr. Bijan Ghassemieh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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