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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Asah, Pulmonologist in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Derick Asah, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Asah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Asah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Asah’s office at (248) 449-7010.
What languages does Dr. Asah speak?
Dr. Asah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Asah treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Asah 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. Asah. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Acute 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
- 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
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Which procedures does Dr. Asah perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Derick Asah 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. Asah's office.
Does Dr. Asah accept my insurance?
Dr. Asah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (248) 449-7010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Asah accept in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Asah in Suffolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit and Risk Management Services (BRMS)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Fox Insurance Company
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Asah's office located?
Dr. Derick Asah's Primary Practice
7185 Harbour Towne Pkwy S Ste 108
Suffolk, VA 23435
(248) 449-7010
What is Dr. Asah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Asah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790178192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Asah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Asah
What is Dr. Derick Asah's specialty?
Dr. Asah is a Pulmonologist near Suffolk, VA. 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. Asah to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Derick Asah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Asah is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara CarePlex 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
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Is Derick Asah accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Derick Asah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Derick Asah offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Asah's office at (248) 449-7010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Derick Asah?
Please contact Dr. Asah's office at (248) 449-7010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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