Dr. Tarek Dernaika, MD
Oklahoma City, OK
25 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dernaika, Pulmonologist in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Tarek Dernaika, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Oklahoma City, OK with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Dernaika graduated from Lebanese University,Faculty of Medical Sciences,Beirut,Lebanon and completed his residency at Staten Island University Hospital. Dr. Dernaika is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dernaika’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dernaika’s office.
Where did Dr. Dernaika go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Univ. of OK-Pulmonary/Critical Care Med., Oklahoma City, OK | University of Oklahoma Health Sciences Center - Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
Residency: Staten Island University Hospital
Medical School: Saint Josephs University | Lebanese University,Faculty of Medical Sciences,Beirut,Lebanon
Is Dr. Dernaika board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Dernaika, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dernaika speak?
Dr. Dernaika and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dernaika typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dernaika 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. Dernaika. 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:
- 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dernaika typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dernaika 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. Dernaika. 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 and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Dernaika accept my insurance?
Dr. Dernaika 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. Dernaika accept in Oklahoma City, OK?
Dr. Dernaika in Oklahoma City, OK accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Selman and company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dernaika's office located?
What is Dr. Dernaika's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dernaika's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639220437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dernaika?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dernaika
What is Dr. Tarek Dernaika's specialty?
Dr. Dernaika is a Pulmonologist near Oklahoma City, OK.
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. Tarek Dernaika affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dernaika is affiliated with Mercy Hospital - Oklahoma City, Norman Regional 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
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Is Tarek Dernaika accepting new patients in Oklahoma City, OK?
Yes, Dr. Tarek Dernaika is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tarek Dernaika offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dernaika's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tarek Dernaika?
Please contact Dr. Dernaika's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Tarek Dernaika have?
Dr. Tarek Dernaika is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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