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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shapiro, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. William Shapiro, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Shapiro is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shapiro’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shapiro’s office at (215) 707-5864.
What languages does Dr. Shapiro speak?
Dr. Shapiro and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Shapiro treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J438: Other emphysema
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Other Hypersomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Unspecified Hypersomnia
- Different Types of Hypersomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4719: Other hypersomnia
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
What procedures does Dr. Shapiro perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shapiro 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. Shapiro. 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 Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Does Dr. Shapiro accept my insurance?
Dr. Shapiro accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 707-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shapiro accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shapiro in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Independence Blue Cross
Independent Health
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shapiro's office located?
Dr. William Shapiro's Primary Practice
3401 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 707-5864
What is Dr. Shapiro's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shapiro's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609130947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shapiro?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shapiro
What is Dr. William Shapiro's specialty?
Dr. Shapiro is a Pulmonologist near Philadelphia, PA. 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. Shapiro to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. William Shapiro affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shapiro is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Fox Chase Cancer Center, Bryn Mawr Hospital, Riddle Hospital 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 William Shapiro accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. William Shapiro is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Shapiro offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (215) 707-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Shapiro?
Please contact Dr. Shapiro's office at (215) 707-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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