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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalafer, Pulmonologist in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Michael Kalafer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Coronado, CA. Dr. Kalafer is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalafer’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalafer’s office at (858) 997-7084.
What languages does Dr. Kalafer speak?
Dr. Kalafer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kalafer typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kalafer 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. Kalafer. 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:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
- Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
- Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kalafer typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Kalafer may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Kalafer's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalafer accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalafer accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 997-7084 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kalafer accept in Coronado, CA?
Dr. Kalafer in Coronado, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kalafer's office located?
What is Dr. Kalafer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalafer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053645671.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalafer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalafer
What is Dr. Michael Kalafer's specialty?
Dr. Kalafer is a Pulmonologist near Coronado, 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. Michael Kalafer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalafer is affiliated with Sharp Coronado Hospital 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
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Is Michael Kalafer accepting new patients in Coronado, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Kalafer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Kalafer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalafer's office at (858) 997-7084 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Kalafer?
Please contact Dr. Kalafer's office at (858) 997-7084 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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