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Dr. Catherine Meitin, MD

Chattanooga, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meitin, Pulmonologist in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Catherine Meitin, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Meitin is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meitin’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meitin’s office at (423) 495-2635.

    What languages does Dr. Meitin speak?

    Dr. Meitin and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Meitin typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Meitin 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. Meitin. 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:

    • 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
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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)

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema
    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Meitin typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Meitin 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. Meitin. 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:

    • Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
    • Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
    • Dysphagia Evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording

    Does Dr. Meitin accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meitin accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 495-2635 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Meitin accept in Chattanooga, TN?

    Dr. Meitin in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Meitin's office located?

    Dr. Catherine Meitin's Primary Practice

    979 E 3rd St Ste C735

    Chattanooga, TN 37403

    (423) 495-2635

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    Dr. Catherine Meitin's Practice 2

    2051 Hamill Rd Ste 301

    Hixson, TN 37343

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    Dr. Catherine Meitin's Practice 3

    1635 Gunbarrel Rd Ste 340

    Chattanooga, TN 37421

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    What is Dr. Meitin's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Meitin's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861547622.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meitin?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meitin

    What is Dr. Catherine Meitin's specialty?

    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 Dr. Catherine Meitin affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meitin is affiliated with Hamilton Medical Center, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga, Commonspirit - Memorial Hospital - Hixson, Flagstaff 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Catherine Meitin accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Catherine Meitin is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Catherine Meitin offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meitin's office at (423) 495-2635 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Catherine Meitin?

    Please contact Dr. Meitin's office at (423) 495-2635 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Meitin's office located?

    Dr. Meitin's offices are located in Chattanooga, TN and Hixson, TN.