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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kassar, Pulmonologist in Pomona, CA?
Dr. Alexander Kassar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Pomona, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kassar is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kassar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kassar’s office at (909) 450-0158.
What languages does Dr. Kassar speak?
Dr. Kassar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kassar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kassar 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. Kassar. 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 Respiratory Failure
- 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 lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- 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
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- 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
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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)
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kassar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kassar 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. Kassar. 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 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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Kassar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kassar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 450-0158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kassar accept in Pomona, CA?
Dr. Kassar in Pomona, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Apex Healthcare
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Heritage Health
Humana
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kassar's office located?
What is Dr. Kassar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kassar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588008767.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kassar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kassar
What is Dr. Alexander Kassar's specialty?
Dr. Kassar is a Pulmonologist near Pomona, CA.
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. Alexander Kassar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kassar is affiliated with San Antonio Regional Hospital, Casa Colina Hospital And Centers For Healthcare, Huntington Hospital (pasadena, Ca), Kaiser Permanente Baldwin Park Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fontana 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 Alexander Kassar accepting new patients in Pomona, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Kassar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Kassar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kassar's office at (909) 450-0158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alexander Kassar?
Please contact Dr. Kassar's office at (909) 450-0158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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