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Who is Dr. Pillai, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Dinesh Pillai, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pillai graduated from St George',s University. Dr. Pillai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pillai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pillai’s office.
Where did Dr. Pillai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Pillai speak?
Dr. Pillai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Pillai typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Pillai typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Pillai accept my insurance?
Dr. Pillai 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. Pillai accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Pillai in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Johns Hopkins Health System
Kaiser Permanente
Riverside Health
State of West Virginia
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pillai's office located?
What is Dr. Pillai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pillai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053567982.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pillai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pillai
What is Dr. Dinesh Pillai's specialty?
Dr. Pillai is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. Dinesh Pillai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pillai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Children's National Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatric Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Dinesh Pillai accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Dinesh Pillai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dinesh Pillai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dinesh Pillai?
Please contact Dr. Pillai's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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