Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sood, Pulmonologist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Rahul Sood, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA. Dr. Sood completed his residency at UMass Chan Medical School. Dr. Sood is fluent in English, Chinese, Creoles and pidgins, French, Greek, Modern (1453-), and Italian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sood’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sood’s office at (508) 856-1975.
Where did Dr. Sood go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Lahey Clinic Medical Center | UMass Chan Medical School
Residency: UMass Chan Medical School
Medical School: Maulana Azad Medical College, New Delhi
What languages does Dr. Sood speak?
Dr. Sood and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
Creoles and pidgins
English
French
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Italian
What conditions does Dr. Sood treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sood 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. Sood. 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:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Right lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
What procedures does Dr. Sood perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sood 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. Sood. 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 Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Tumor Removal
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Airway Tumor Destruction
- Bronchial Stenosis Relief
- Laser Therapy for Airway Blockage
CPT Codes:
- 31641: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with destruction of tumor or relief of stenosis by any method other than excision (eg, laser therapy, cryotherapy)
Does Dr. Sood accept my insurance?
Dr. Sood accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 856-1975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sood accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Sood in Worcester, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Compassionate Care Hospice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Community Health Plan
Liberty HealthShare
Medicare
SGS North America Inc
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UMass Memorial Health Care
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Where is Dr. Sood's office located?
What is Dr. Sood's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sood's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780979609.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sood?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sood
What is Dr. Rahul Sood's specialty?
Dr. Sood is a Pulmonologist near Worcester, MA. 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. Sood to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rahul Sood affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sood is affiliated with UMass Memorial HealthAlliance Clinton Hospital - Leominster Campus 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
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Is Rahul Sood accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Sood is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Sood offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sood's office at (508) 856-1975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Sood?
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