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Dr. Michael Powers, MD

Lexington, KY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Powers, Pulmonologist in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Michael Powers, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lexington, KY. Dr. Powers completed his residency at Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program. Dr. Powers is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Powers’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Powers’s office at (859) 323-9057.

    Where did Dr. Powers go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Naval Medical Center (Portsmouth) Program

    What languages does Dr. Powers speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Powers 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. Powers. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    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:

    • 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
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

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

    Does Dr. Powers accept my insurance?

    Dr. Powers accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (859) 323-9057 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Powers accept in Lexington, KY?

    Dr. Powers in Lexington, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • State of West Virginia

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    Where is Dr. Powers' office located?

    Dr. Michael Powers' Primary Practice

    800 Rose St

    Lexington, KY 40536

    (859) 323-9057

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    What hospitals are Dr. Powers affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Powers has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    University Of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital,Lexington, KY
    St. Claire Regional Medical Center,Morehead, KY
    Whitesburg Arh Hospital,Whitesburg, KY

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

    Dr. Powers's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548576804.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Powers?

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

    What is Dr. Michael Powers's specialty?

    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 Dr. Michael Powers affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Powers is affiliated with Pikeville Medical Center, Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Hazard Arh Regional 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Michael Powers accepting new patients in Lexington, KY?

    Yes, Dr. Michael Powers is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Michael Powers offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Powers' office at (859) 323-9057 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Michael Powers?

    Please contact Dr. Powers' office at (859) 323-9057 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Powers' office located?

    Dr. Powers' office is located in Lexington, KY.