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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Azar, Pulmonologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Jehad Azar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Azar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Azar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Azar’s office at (216) 861-6200.
What languages does Dr. Azar speak?
Dr. Azar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Azar treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Azar 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. Azar. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Cryptogenic Organizing Pneumonia
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- COP
- Bronchiolitis obliterans organizing pneumonia
- BOOP
- Organizing pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J84116: Cryptogenic organizing pneumonia
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:
- 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:
- Hypersensitivity Pneumonitis
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- Extrinsic Allergic Alveolitis
- Allergic Lung Inflammation
- Organic Dust Lung Disease
- HP Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J679: Hypersensitivity pneumonitis due to unspecified organic dust
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Which procedures does Dr. Azar perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Jehad Azar 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. Azar's office.
Does Dr. Azar accept my insurance?
Dr. Azar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 861-6200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Azar accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Azar in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Government Employees Health Association
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mutual of Omaha
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Azar's office located?
What is Dr. Azar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Azar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447748397.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Azar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Azar
What is Dr. Jehad Azar's specialty?
Dr. Azar is a Pulmonologist near Scottsdale, AZ. 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. Azar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Jehad Azar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Azar is affiliated with Mayo Clinic Hospital, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center 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 Jehad Azar accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Jehad Azar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jehad Azar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (216) 861-6200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jehad Azar?
Please contact Dr. Azar's office at (216) 861-6200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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