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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ali, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Muhammad Ali, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ali is currently affiliated with NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center. Dr. Ali is fluent in English, Hindi, Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ali’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ali’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Ali?
Dr. Muhammad Ali, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Ali empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Cardiothoracic Surgery, Interventional Pulmonology, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the New York, NY community, Dr. Ali is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Ali speak?
Dr. Ali and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Punjabi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ali typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ali 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. Ali. 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Coughing Up Blood
- Cough
- Bloody cough
- Spitting blood
- Hemoptysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R042: Hemoptysis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ali typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ali 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. Ali. 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)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 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)
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
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])
Does Dr. Ali accept my insurance?
Dr. Ali accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ali accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Ali in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ali's office located?

NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Weill Cornell Medical Center
425 E. 61st Street
4th Floor, Suite 402
New York, NY 10065

Weill Cornell Pulmonary Associates
425 East 61st Street, 4th Floor, Suite 402
New York, NY 10065
What is Dr. Ali's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ali's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225478621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ali?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ali
What is Dr. Muhammad Ali's specialty?
Dr. Ali is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.
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. Muhammad Ali affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ali is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian Hospital/weill Cornell Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Queens 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 Muhammad Ali accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Muhammad Ali is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muhammad Ali offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muhammad Ali?
Please contact Dr. Ali's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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