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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Platt, Pulmonologist in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Alec Platt, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Wyomissing, PA. He is board certified. Dr. Platt is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Platt’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Platt’s office at (518) 386-3691.
Is Dr. Platt board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Alec Platt, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Platt speak?
Dr. Platt and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Platt typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Platt 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. Platt. 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
- 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:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Platt typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alec Platt may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Platt's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Platt accept my insurance?
Dr. Platt accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 386-3691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Platt accept in Wyomissing, PA?
Dr. Platt in Wyomissing, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Platt's office located?
What is Dr. Platt's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Platt's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871656363.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Platt?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Platt
What is Dr. Alec Platt's specialty?
Dr. Platt is a Pulmonologist near Wyomissing, PA.
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. Alec Platt affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Platt is affiliated with Reading Hospital Tower Health, Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center, Phoenixville Hospital, Pottstown Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network - Schuylkill S. Jackson Street 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 Alec Platt accepting new patients in Wyomissing, PA?
Yes, Dr. Alec Platt is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alec Platt offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (518) 386-3691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alec Platt?
Please contact Dr. Platt's office at (518) 386-3691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alec Platt have?
Dr. Alec Platt is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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