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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Samant, Pulmonologist in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Sneha Samant, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Metairie, LA. Dr. Samant is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samant’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samant’s office at (504) 454-5213.
What languages does Dr. Samant speak?
Dr. Samant and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Samant typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Samant 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. Samant. 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, 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:
- 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Samant typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sneha Samant may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Samant's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Samant accept my insurance?
Dr. Samant accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 454-5213 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samant accept in Metairie, LA?
Dr. Samant in Metairie, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Samant's office located?
What is Dr. Samant's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samant's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770873275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samant?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samant
What is Dr. Sneha Samant's specialty?
Dr. Samant is a Pulmonologist near Metairie, LA.
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. Sneha Samant affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samant is affiliated with East Jefferson General Hospital, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, East Jefferson General 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sneha Samant accepting new patients in Metairie, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sneha Samant is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sneha Samant offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Samant's office at (504) 454-5213 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sneha Samant?
Please contact Dr. Samant's office at (504) 454-5213 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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