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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jespersen, Pulmonologist in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Forrest Jespersen, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Coeur D Alene, ID with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jespersen is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jespersen’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jespersen’s office at (208) 625-3555.
What languages does Dr. Jespersen speak?
Dr. Jespersen and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Jespersen typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Jespersen 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. Jespersen. 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
- 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
- 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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. Jespersen typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Forrest Jespersen may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Jespersen's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Jespersen accept my insurance?
Dr. Jespersen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (208) 625-3555 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jespersen accept in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Dr. Jespersen in Coeur D Alene, ID accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross of Idaho Health Service
Cambia Health Solutions
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Jespersen's office located?
Dr. Forrest Jespersen's Primary Practice
2003 Kootenai Health Way
Coeur D Alene, ID 83814
(208) 625-3555
What is Dr. Jespersen's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jespersen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245659143.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jespersen?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jespersen
What is Dr. Forrest Jespersen's specialty?
Dr. Jespersen is a Pulmonologist near Coeur D Alene, ID.
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. Forrest Jespersen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jespersen is affiliated with Kootenai Health 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Forrest Jespersen accepting new patients in Coeur D Alene, ID?
Yes, Dr. Forrest Jespersen is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Forrest Jespersen offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jespersen's office at (208) 625-3555 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Forrest Jespersen?
Please contact Dr. Jespersen's office at (208) 625-3555 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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