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Dr. Jose Basora, MD

Dallas, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Basora, Pulmonologist in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Jose Basora, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Basora graduated from Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas. Dr. Basora is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Basora’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Basora’s office at (214) 960-5681.

    Where did Dr. Basora go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Autonoma de Honduras Facultad de Ciencias Medicas | New York Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Basora speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Basora 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. Basora. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic 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
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • 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
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Lobar Pneumonia
    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Lobe Infection
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Severe Pneumonia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J181: Lobar pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Basora 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. Basora. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings

    Does Dr. Basora accept my insurance?

    Dr. Basora accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 960-5681 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Basora accept in Dallas, TX?

    Dr. Basora in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Contra Costa

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Basora's office located?

    Pav Ii 525

    221 W Colorado Blvd Ste 525

    Dallas, TX 75208

    (214) 960-5681

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    Dr. Jose Basora's Practice 2

    800 E Dawson St

    Tyler, TX 75701

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

    Dr. Basora's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669616066.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Basora?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Basora's specialty?

    Dr. Basora is a Pulmonologist near Dallas, 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. Jose Basora affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Basora is affiliated with Sutter Delta Medical Center, John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Marshall Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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 Jose Basora accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Basora is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Basora offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Basora's office at (214) 960-5681 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jose Basora?

    Please contact Dr. Basora's office at (214) 960-5681 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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