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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karanam, Pulmonologist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Ashwin Karanam, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA. Dr. Karanam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karanam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karanam’s office at (215) 707-4085.
What languages does Dr. Karanam speak?
Dr. Karanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Karanam typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Karanam 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. Karanam. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Karanam typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Karanam 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. Karanam. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 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
Does Dr. Karanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Karanam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 707-4085 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karanam accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Karanam in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karanam's office located?
Dr. Ashwin Karanam's Primary Practice
3401 N Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19140
(215) 707-4085
What is Dr. Karanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083107825.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karanam
What is Dr. Ashwin Karanam's specialty?
Dr. Karanam is a Pulmonologist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Ashwin Karanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karanam is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Paoli 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 Ashwin Karanam accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ashwin Karanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashwin Karanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karanam's office at (215) 707-4085 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashwin Karanam?
Please contact Dr. Karanam's office at (215) 707-4085 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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