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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Town, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. James Town, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 35 years. Dr. Town is fluent in English, Bislama, French, German, Italian, and Japanese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Town’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Town’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Town go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Wannan Medical College
What languages does Dr. Town speak?
Dr. Town and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Bislama
English
French
German
Italian
Japanese
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Town typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Town 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. Town. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Town typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. James Town may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Town's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Town accept my insurance?
Dr. Town accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Town accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Town in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Washington
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Town's office located?
What is Dr. Town's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Town's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841520640.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Town?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Town
What is Dr. James Town's specialty?
Dr. Town is a Pulmonologist near Seattle, WA.
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. James Town affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Town 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 James Town accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. James Town is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Town offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Town's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Town?
Please contact Dr. Town's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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