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Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain, MD

Pittsburgh, PA

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    Who is Dr. Alhajhusain, Pulmonologist in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Alhajhusain is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alhajhusain’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alhajhusain’s office at (412) 322-7202.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Alhajhusain?

    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain, 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. Alhajhusain empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma & Emphysema, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Pulmonary Fibrosis, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pittsburgh/PA community, Dr. Alhajhusain is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Is Dr. Alhajhusain board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Alhajhusain speak?

    Dr. Alhajhusain and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Alhajhusain treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Alhajhusain 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. Alhajhusain. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • 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
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema
    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Does Dr. Alhajhusain accept my insurance?

    Dr. Alhajhusain accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 322-7202 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Alhajhusain accept in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Dr. Alhajhusain in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Alhajhusain's office located?

    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain's Primary Practice

    490 E North Ave Ste 301

    Pittsburgh, PA 15212

    (412) 322-7202

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    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain's Practice 2

    1719 Union Ave

    Natrona Heights, PA 15065

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    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain's Practice 3

    12311 Perry Hwy Fl 1

    Wexford, PA 15090

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    What is Dr. Alhajhusain's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Alhajhusain's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932332780.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alhajhusain?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alhajhusain

    What is Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain's specialty?

    Dr. Alhajhusain is a Pulmonologist near Pittsburgh, PA. 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. Alhajhusain to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Alhajhusain is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: AHN Allegheny General Hospital, AHN West Penn Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ahmad Alhajhusain accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Alhajhusain's office at (412) 322-7202 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ahmad Alhajhusain?

    Please contact Dr. Alhajhusain's office at (412) 322-7202 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain have?

    Dr. Ahmad Alhajhusain is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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