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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Wentowski, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Catherine Wentowski, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Wentowski is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wentowski’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wentowski’s office.
What languages does Dr. Wentowski speak?
Dr. Wentowski and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Wentowski treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Wentowski 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. Wentowski. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
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
Which procedures does Dr. Wentowski perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Catherine Wentowski 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. Wentowski's office.
Does Dr. Wentowski accept my insurance?
Dr. Wentowski accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Wentowski accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Wentowski in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Wentowski's office located?
What is Dr. Wentowski's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Wentowski's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538465984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wentowski?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Wentowski
What is Dr. Catherine Wentowski's specialty?
Dr. Wentowski is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Wentowski to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Catherine Wentowski affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Wentowski is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Catherine Wentowski accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Catherine Wentowski is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Catherine Wentowski offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Wentowski's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Catherine Wentowski?
Please contact Dr. Wentowski's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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