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Dr. Hisham Taher, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Taher, Pulmonologist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Hisham Taher, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO. He is board certified. Dr. Taher is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Taher’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Taher’s office at (314) 525-4137.

    Is Dr. Taher board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Hisham Taher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Taher speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taher typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Taher 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. Taher. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • 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:

    • 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:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Taher typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Taher 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. Taher. 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

    Also known as:

    • Lung or Chest Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Percutaneous lung biopsy
    • Mediastinum core needle biopsy
    • Image-guided lung biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Does Dr. Taher accept my insurance?

    Dr. Taher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 525-4137 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Taher accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Taher in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Taher's office located?

    Dr. Hisham Taher's Primary Practice

    12700 Southfork Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63128

    (314) 525-4137

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

    Dr. Taher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689824468.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Taher?

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

    What is Dr. Hisham Taher's specialty?

    Dr. Taher is a Pulmonologist near Saint Louis, MO.

    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. Hisham Taher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Taher is affiliated with Mercy Hospital South, Mercy Hospital St. Louis 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 Hisham Taher accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Hisham Taher is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hisham Taher offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Taher's office at (314) 525-4137 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hisham Taher?

    Please contact Dr. Taher's office at (314) 525-4137 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hisham Taher have?

    Dr. Hisham Taher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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