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Dr. Pawan Chawla, MD
Lakewood, WA
23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chawla, Critical Care Internist in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Pawan Chawla, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Chawla is fluent in English, Arabic, Chinese, Hindi, Korean, Panjabi, Punjabi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chawla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chawla’s office at (253) 572-5140.
Where did Dr. Chawla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Government Med College Amritsar India
Is Dr. Chawla board certified as a Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pawan Chawla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chawla speak?
Dr. Chawla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
Chinese
English
Hindi
Korean
Panjabi
Punjabi
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Chawla treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Chawla 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. Chawla. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- 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:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Which procedures does Dr. Chawla perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Pawan Chawla may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chawla's office.
Does Dr. Chawla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chawla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 572-5140 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chawla accept in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Chawla in Lakewood, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cooperative Benefit Group
Department of Defense / Tricare
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Washington
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Where is Dr. Chawla's office located?
Dr. Pawan Chawla's Primary Practice
11315 Bridgeport Way SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 572-5140
What is Dr. Chawla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chawla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023197258.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chawla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chawla
What is Dr. Pawan Chawla's specialty?
Dr. Chawla is a Critical Care Internist near Lakewood, WA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Chawla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pawan Chawla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chawla is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, St. Anthony Hospital - Gig Harbor, UW Medical Center - Montlake, St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, WA 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Pawan Chawla accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?
Yes, Dr. Pawan Chawla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pawan Chawla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (253) 572-5140 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pawan Chawla?
Please contact Dr. Chawla's office at (253) 572-5140 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pawan Chawla have?
Dr. Pawan Chawla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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