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Who is Dr. Jafri, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Samim Jafri, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jafri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jafri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jafri’s office at (832) 325-7222.
What languages does Dr. Jafri speak?
Dr. Jafri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Jafri typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Jafri 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. Jafri. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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. Jafri typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Jafri 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. Jafri. 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
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 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. Jafri accept my insurance?
Dr. Jafri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (832) 325-7222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jafri accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Jafri in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jafri's office located?
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Samim Jafri?
Dr. Jafri has appointments available at his Houston, TX office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Jafri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jafri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073923546.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jafri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jafri
What is Dr. Samim Jafri's specialty?
Dr. Jafri is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
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. Samim Jafri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jafri is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center, Baylor St. Luke's Medical Center, Memorial Hermann Katy Hospital, Hca Houston Healthcare Northwest 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 Samim Jafri accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Samim Jafri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samim Jafri offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Jafri, or call (832) 325-7222 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Samim Jafri?
Please contact Dr. Jafri's office at (832) 325-7222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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