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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dsouza, Pulmonologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kevin Dsouza, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Dsouza is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dsouza’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dsouza’s office at (205) 297-9411.
What languages does Dr. Dsouza speak?
Dr. Dsouza and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dsouza treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dsouza 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. Dsouza. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Other Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Rare interstitial lung conditions
- Uncommon lung scarring diseases
- Other ILD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Lung Sarcoidosis', 'Pulmonary Sarcoidosis', 'Boeck's Sarcoid
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D860: Sarcoidosis of lung
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Black Lung Disease
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Coal Miner's Lung', 'CWP', 'Coalworker's Lung Disease
- Anthracosilicosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J60: Coalworker's pneumoconiosis
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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
- CF Lung Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
Which procedures does Dr. Dsouza perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kevin Dsouza 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. Dsouza's office.
Does Dr. Dsouza accept my insurance?
Dr. Dsouza accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 297-9411 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dsouza accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Dsouza in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
United Mine Workers of America
United States Department of Labor
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Dsouza's office located?
What is Dr. Dsouza's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dsouza's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699116673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dsouza?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dsouza
What is Dr. Kevin Dsouza's specialty?
Dr. Dsouza is a Pulmonologist near Birmingham, AL. 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. Dsouza to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kevin Dsouza affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dsouza is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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 Kevin Dsouza accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kevin Dsouza is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kevin Dsouza offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dsouza's office at (205) 297-9411 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kevin Dsouza?
Please contact Dr. Dsouza's office at (205) 297-9411 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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