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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pruett, Pulmonologist in Omaha, NE?
Dr. William Pruett, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Omaha, NE with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pruett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pruett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pruett’s office at (515) 241-5995.
What languages does Dr. Pruett speak?
Dr. Pruett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pruett typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pruett 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. Pruett. 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:
- 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pruett typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. William Pruett may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Pruett's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pruett accept my insurance?
Dr. Pruett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 241-5995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pruett accept in Omaha, NE?
Dr. Pruett in Omaha, NE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medica Group
Medicare
Midlands Choice (NE)
Unknown
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Pruett's office located?
Dr. William Pruett's Primary Practice
7710 Mercy Rd Ste 3000
Omaha, NE 68124
(515) 241-5995
What is Dr. Pruett's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pruett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487005542.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pruett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pruett
What is Dr. William Pruett's specialty?
Dr. Pruett is a Pulmonologist near Omaha, NE.
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. William Pruett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pruett is affiliated with Chi Health Lakeside Hospital, Methodist Hospital - Omaha, Ne, St. Anthony 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
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 William Pruett accepting new patients in Omaha, NE?
Yes, Dr. William Pruett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Pruett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pruett's office at (515) 241-5995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with William Pruett?
Please contact Dr. Pruett's office at (515) 241-5995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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