Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pugh, Pulmonologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Meredith Pugh, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pugh completed her residency at University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Pugh is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pugh’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pugh’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Pugh go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Vanderbilt University Medical Center
Residency: University of Pennsylvania Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: VA Commonwealth University School Of Medicine
Is Dr. Pugh board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Pugh, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2011, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2012
What languages does Dr. Pugh speak?
Dr. Pugh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Pugh treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pugh 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. Pugh. 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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- Primary Pulmonary Hypertension
- Chronic Pulmonary Hypertension from Blood Clots
- Secondary Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- Pulmonary arterial hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
- Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension
- PAH
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Hypertension
- CTEPH
- Persistent high blood pressure in lung arteries from clots
- Long-term lung hypertension from emboli
- High blood pressure in lung arteries (secondary)
- Secondary PAH
- Lung artery hypertension from other causes
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
- I270: Primary pulmonary hypertension
- I2724: Chronic thromboembolic pulmonary hypertension
- I2721: Secondary pulmonary arterial hypertension
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Chronic Blood Clot in Vein
- Chronic Venous Thrombosis
- Long-term Vein Clot
- Chronic Thrombophlebitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8291: Chronic embolism and thrombosis of unspecified vein
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:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Pugh perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Meredith Pugh may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pugh's office.
Does Dr. Pugh accept my insurance?
Dr. Pugh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pugh accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Pugh in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pugh's office located?
Dr. Meredith Pugh's Primary Practice
1301 Medical Center Dr
Nashville, TN 37232
(615) 322-3000
Dr. Meredith Pugh's Practice 2
T1218 Medical Ctr N 1161 21st Ave South
Nashville, TN 37232
What is Dr. Pugh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pugh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215091129.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pugh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pugh
What is Dr. Meredith Pugh's specialty?
Dr. Pugh is a Pulmonologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Contact Dr. Pugh to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meredith Pugh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pugh is affiliated with Vanderbilt University Medical Center, West Tennessee Healthcare Dyersburg Hospital 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 Meredith Pugh accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Meredith Pugh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meredith Pugh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pugh's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meredith Pugh?
Please contact Dr. Pugh's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meredith Pugh have?
Dr. Meredith Pugh is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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