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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Jiwa, Hospitalist in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Nasheena Jiwa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Trumbull, CT with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Jiwa is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jiwa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jiwa’s office at (860) 679-3585.
What languages does Dr. Jiwa speak?
Dr. Jiwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jiwa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Jiwa 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. Jiwa. 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:
- 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
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Jiwa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Jiwa 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. Jiwa. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Jiwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Jiwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 679-3585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Jiwa accept in Trumbull, CT?
Dr. Jiwa in Trumbull, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Globe Life
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Connecticut
The Hartford Financial Services Group
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Jiwa's office located?
What is Dr. Jiwa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Jiwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629464607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jiwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jiwa
What is Dr. Nasheena Jiwa's specialty?
Dr. Jiwa is a Hospitalist near Trumbull, CT.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Nasheena Jiwa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Jiwa is affiliated with Bridgeport Hospital, Griffin Hospital, Smilow Cancer Hospital At Yale New Haven 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 Nasheena Jiwa accepting new patients in Trumbull, CT?
Yes, Dr. Nasheena Jiwa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nasheena Jiwa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Jiwa's office at (860) 679-3585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nasheena Jiwa?
Please contact Dr. Jiwa's office at (860) 679-3585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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