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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Qaqish, Thoracic Surgeon in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Thamer Qaqish, MD is a Thoracic Surgeon, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Qaqish is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Qaqish’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Qaqish’s office at (319) 356-1616.
What languages does Dr. Qaqish speak?
Dr. Qaqish and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Qaqish treat?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Qaqish 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. Qaqish. 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.
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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Right lower lobe lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
- C3431: Malignant neoplasm of lower lobe, right bronchus or lung
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:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
What procedures does Dr. Qaqish perform?
As a Thoracic Surgeon, Dr. Qaqish 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. Qaqish. 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.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 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
Does Dr. Qaqish accept my insurance?
Dr. Qaqish accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (319) 356-1616 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Qaqish accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Qaqish in Buffalo, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bank of New Hampshire
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independent Health
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Univera Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Qaqish's office located?
What is Dr. Qaqish's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Qaqish's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073953006.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Qaqish?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Qaqish
What is Dr. Thamer Qaqish's specialty?
Dr. Qaqish is a Thoracic Surgeon near Buffalo, NY. A thoracic surgeon is a healthcare expert with specialization in the surgical, perioperative, and critical care of patients with conditions affecting the chest. Their expertise encompasses the surgical treatment of coronary artery disease, lung, esophageal, and chest wall cancers, tracheal abnormalities, and issues with the great vessels and heart valves. They also address congenital anomalies, mediastinal tumors, and diaphragm diseases. Additionally, thoracic surgeons manage airway issues and chest injuries as part of their medical specialty. Contact Dr. Qaqish to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thamer Qaqish affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Qaqish is affiliated with Olean General Hospital, Cayuga 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 Thamer Qaqish accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Thamer Qaqish is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thamer Qaqish offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Qaqish's office at (319) 356-1616 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thamer Qaqish?
Please contact Dr. Qaqish's office at (319) 356-1616 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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