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Dr. Joseph Westrich, MD

New York, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Westrich, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?

    Dr. Joseph Westrich, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Westrich is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Westrich’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Westrich’s office at (773) 702-6840.

    What languages does Dr. Westrich speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Westrich 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. Westrich. 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:

    • Lung Transplant
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Pulmonary Transplant
    • Lung Graft
    • New Lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z942: Lung transplant status

    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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • 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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Westrich 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. Westrich. 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

    Does Dr. Westrich accept my insurance?

    Dr. Westrich accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (773) 702-6840 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Westrich accept in New York, NY?

    Dr. Westrich in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • EmblemHealth

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Westrich's office located?

    Dr. Joseph Westrich's Primary Practice

    622 W 168th St

    New York, NY 10032

    (773) 702-6840

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

    Dr. Westrich's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679034854.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Westrich?

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

    What is Dr. Joseph Westrich's specialty?

    Dr. Westrich is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.

    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. Joseph Westrich affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Westrich is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Newyork-Presbyterian Westchester, Musc Health University Medical Center, Hospital For Special Surgery, St. John's Riverside Hospital - Andrus Pavilion 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 Joseph Westrich accepting new patients in New York, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Joseph Westrich is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joseph Westrich offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Westrich's office at (773) 702-6840 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joseph Westrich?

    Please contact Dr. Westrich's office at (773) 702-6840 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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