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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Waghchoure, Pulmonologist in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Simon Waghchoure, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Morganton, NC. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Waghchoure graduated from Rawalpindi Medical College and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program. Dr. Waghchoure is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Waghchoure’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Waghchoure’s office.
Where did Dr. Waghchoure go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Rawalpindi Medical College | Punjab Medical College
Is Dr. Waghchoure board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Simon Waghchoure, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Waghchoure speak?
Dr. Waghchoure and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Waghchoure treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Waghchoure 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. Waghchoure. 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
- 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Waghchoure perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Simon Waghchoure may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Waghchoure's office.
Does Dr. Waghchoure accept my insurance?
Dr. Waghchoure accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Waghchoure accept in Morganton, NC?
Dr. Waghchoure in Morganton, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Waghchoure's office located?
What is Dr. Waghchoure's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Waghchoure's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528214442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Waghchoure?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Waghchoure
What is Dr. Simon Waghchoure's specialty?
Dr. Waghchoure is a Pulmonologist near Morganton, NC. 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. Waghchoure to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Simon Waghchoure affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Waghchoure is affiliated with Unc Health Blue Ridge 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
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Is Simon Waghchoure accepting new patients in Morganton, NC?
Yes, Dr. Simon Waghchoure is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Simon Waghchoure offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Waghchoure's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Simon Waghchoure?
Please contact Dr. Waghchoure's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Simon Waghchoure have?
Dr. Simon Waghchoure is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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2209 S Sterling St Ste 600
Morganton, NC 28655