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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Patibandla, Pulmonologist in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Bhanu Patibandla, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Vancouver, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Patibandla graduated from Guntur Medical College. Dr. Patibandla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Patibandla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Patibandla’s office at (360) 514-2990.
Where did Dr. Patibandla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Guntur Medical College
What languages does Dr. Patibandla speak?
Dr. Patibandla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Patibandla typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Patibandla 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. Patibandla. 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.
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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Patibandla typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Patibandla 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. Patibandla. 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.
Also known as:
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 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])
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- 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:
- 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
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Marker Placement
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
- Flexible bronchoscopy with fiducial markers
- Lung tumor marker placement
- Bronchial scope with guidance
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])
- 31626: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with placement of fiducial markers, single or multiple
Does Dr. Patibandla accept my insurance?
Dr. Patibandla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 514-2990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Patibandla accept in Vancouver, WA?
Dr. Patibandla in Vancouver, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Patibandla's office located?
Dr. Bhanu Patibandla's Primary Practice
200 NE Mother Joseph Pl Ste 330
Vancouver, WA 98664
(360) 514-2990
What is Dr. Patibandla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Patibandla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558625186.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Patibandla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Patibandla
What is Dr. Bhanu Patibandla's specialty?
Dr. Patibandla is a Pulmonologist near Vancouver, WA.
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. Bhanu Patibandla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Patibandla is affiliated with Peacehealth Southwest Medical Center, Peacehealth St. John Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Sunnyside Medical Center 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 Bhanu Patibandla accepting new patients in Vancouver, WA?
Yes, Dr. Bhanu Patibandla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bhanu Patibandla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Patibandla's office at (360) 514-2990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bhanu Patibandla?
Please contact Dr. Patibandla's office at (360) 514-2990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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