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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Westerhausen, Pulmonologist in Mishawaka, IN?
Dr. Donald Westerhausen, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Mishawaka, IN. Dr. Westerhausen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westerhausen’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westerhausen’s office at (317) 718-4000.
What languages does Dr. Westerhausen speak?
Dr. Westerhausen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Westerhausen typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Westerhausen 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. Westerhausen. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Westerhausen typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Westerhausen 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. Westerhausen. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Westerhausen accept my insurance?
Dr. Westerhausen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 718-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Westerhausen accept in Mishawaka, IN?
Dr. Westerhausen in Mishawaka, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Corporate Services
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Westerhausen's office located?
Dr. Donald Westerhausen's Primary Practice
611 E Douglas Rd Ste 309
Mishawaka, IN 46545
(317) 718-4000
What is Dr. Westerhausen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Westerhausen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437491974.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westerhausen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Westerhausen
What is Dr. Donald Westerhausen's specialty?
Dr. Westerhausen is a Pulmonologist near Mishawaka, IN.
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. Donald Westerhausen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Westerhausen is affiliated with Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Iu Health Bloomington 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Donald Westerhausen accepting new patients in Mishawaka, IN?
Yes, Dr. Donald Westerhausen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Donald Westerhausen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Westerhausen's office at (317) 718-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Donald Westerhausen?
Please contact Dr. Westerhausen's office at (317) 718-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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