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Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri, MD, PHD

Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri, MD, PHD

Atlanta, GA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Zaffiri, Pulmonologist in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri, MD, PHD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zaffiri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zaffiri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zaffiri’s office at (855) 366-7989.

    What languages does Dr. Zaffiri speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Zaffiri treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zaffiri 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. Zaffiri. 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:

    • Lung Transplant Aftercare
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Post-lung transplant care
    • Lung recipient follow-up
    • Lung transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Hemosiderosis
    • Other Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • IPH
    • Essential pulmonary hemosiderosis
    • Lung bleeding disorder
    • Rare interstitial lung conditions
    • Uncommon lung scarring diseases
    • Other ILD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J8403: Idiopathic pulmonary hemosiderosis
    • J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Awaiting Organ Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung
    • Organ transplant waitlist
    • On transplant list
    • Pre-transplant status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status
    • Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • Pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
    • Secondary PAH
    • Lung artery hypertension from other causes
    • Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
    • PAH
    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
    • I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant Infection
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant Infection
    • Infection after Lung Transplant
    • Lung Graft Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T86812: Lung transplant infection

    Also known as:

    • Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Extrinsic Allergic Alveolitis
    • Allergic Lung Inflammation
    • Organic Dust Lung Disease
    • HP Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J679: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dust

    What procedures does Dr. Zaffiri perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zaffiri performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Zaffiri. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Also known as:

    • 24-Hour Esophageal pH and Impedance Test
    • Esophageal pH Test
    • Prolonged Esophageal Reflux Test
    • Esophageal Impedance Monitoring
    • GERD Monitoring Test
    • Nasal Catheter Reflux Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 91038: Esophageal function test, gastroesophageal reflux test with nasal catheter intraluminal impedance electrode(s) placement, recording, analysis and interpretation; prolonged (greater than 1 hour, up to 24 hours)

    Does Dr. Zaffiri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Zaffiri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (855) 366-7989 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Zaffiri accept in Atlanta, GA?

    Dr. Zaffiri in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sterling Jewelers

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    Where is Dr. Zaffiri's office located?

    Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri's Primary Practice

    1364 Clifton Rd NE Ste F520

    Atlanta, GA 30322

    (855) 366-7989

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    Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri's Practice 2

    1120 W Michigan St

    Indianapolis, IN 46202

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    Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri's Practice 3

    8900 Beverly Blvd

    West Hollywood, CA 90048

    (310) 423-7249

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

    Dr. Zaffiri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568782589.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zaffiri?

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

    What is Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri's specialty?

    Dr. Zaffiri is a Pulmonologist near Atlanta, GA. 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. Zaffiri to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Zaffiri is affiliated with Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Emory Decatur Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Emory Johns Creek Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Lorenzo Zaffiri accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lorenzo Zaffiri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Zaffiri's office at (855) 366-7989 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lorenzo Zaffiri?

    Please contact Dr. Zaffiri's office at (855) 366-7989 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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