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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Aldred, Pulmonologist in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Lewis Aldred, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aldred is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aldred’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aldred’s office at (601) 579-5300.
What languages does Dr. Aldred speak?
Dr. Aldred and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Aldred typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Aldred 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. Aldred. 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Aldred typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Aldred 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. Aldred. 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 with Lung Biopsy
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 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])
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. Aldred accept my insurance?
Dr. Aldred accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 579-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aldred accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Aldred in Hattiesburg, MS 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aldred's office located?
What is Dr. Aldred's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aldred's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720428121.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aldred?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aldred
What is Dr. Lewis Aldred's specialty?
Dr. Aldred is a Pulmonologist near Hattiesburg, MS.
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. Lewis Aldred affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aldred is affiliated with Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, South Central 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
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Is Lewis Aldred accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. Lewis Aldred is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lewis Aldred offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aldred's office at (601) 579-5300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lewis Aldred?
Please contact Dr. Aldred's office at (601) 579-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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