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Dr. Ana Ponea, MD

Hillsboro, OR

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponea, Pulmonologist in Hillsboro, OR?

    Dr. Ana Ponea, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hillsboro, OR. Dr. Ponea is fluent in English and Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponea’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponea’s office at (503) 681-4139.

    What languages does Dr. Ponea speak?

    Dr. Ponea and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ponea typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ponea 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. Ponea. 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 here.

    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:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema
    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ponea typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ponea 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. Ponea. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lung Diffusing Capacity Test
    • Lung Volume and Airway Resistance Test
    • Pulmonary Stress Test
    • Lung Function Tests
    • DLCO Test
    • Carbon Monoxide Diffusing Capacity
    • Lung Gas Exchange Test
    • Body Plethysmography
    • Lung Volume Measurement
    • Airway Resistance Test
    • Lung Stress Test
    • 6-Minute Walk Test
    • Breathing Stress Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94729: Diffusing capacity (eg, carbon monoxide, membrane) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
    • 94726: Plethysmography for determination of lung volumes and, when performed, airway resistance
    • 94618: Pulmonary stress testing (eg, 6-minute walk test), including measurement of heart rate, oximetry, and oxygen titration, when performed

    Does Dr. Ponea accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponea accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (503) 681-4139 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponea accept in Hillsboro, OR?

    Dr. Ponea in Hillsboro, OR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Cigna Group

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Ponea's office located?

    Dr. Ana Ponea's Primary Practice

    364 SE 8th Ave Ste 301A

    Hillsboro, OR 97123

    (503) 681-4139

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    What is Dr. Ponea's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ponea's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619209756.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponea?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponea

    What is Dr. Ana Ponea's specialty?

    Dr. Ponea is a Pulmonologist near Hillsboro, OR.

    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. Ana Ponea affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponea is affiliated with Hillsboro Medical Center 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Ana Ponea accepting new patients in Hillsboro, OR?

    Yes, Dr. Ana Ponea is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ana Ponea offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponea's office at (503) 681-4139 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ana Ponea?

    Please contact Dr. Ponea's office at (503) 681-4139 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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