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Who is Dr. Ayyar, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lakshmy Ayyar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ayyar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ayyar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ayyar’s office at (239) 643-4636.
What languages does Dr. Ayyar speak?
Dr. Ayyar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ayyar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ayyar 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. Ayyar. 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:
- 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
- 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ayyar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ayyar 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. Ayyar. 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 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
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
- Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
- DLCO Test
- Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
- Lung Gas Exchange Test
- Body Plethysmography
- Lung Volume Measurement
- Airway Resistance Test
CPT Codes:
- 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
Does Dr. Ayyar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ayyar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 643-4636 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ayyar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ayyar in Houston, TX 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 Corporation
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ayyar's office located?
Dr. Lakshmy Ayyar's Primary Practice
13219 Dotson Rd Ste 210
Houston, TX 77070
(239) 643-4636
What is Dr. Ayyar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ayyar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396991170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ayyar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ayyar
What is Dr. Lakshmy Ayyar's specialty?
Dr. Ayyar is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
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. Lakshmy Ayyar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ayyar is affiliated with Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Kingwood, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist West Hospital, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth 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 Lakshmy Ayyar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmy Ayyar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmy Ayyar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ayyar's office at (239) 643-4636 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmy Ayyar?
Please contact Dr. Ayyar's office at (239) 643-4636 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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