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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Laothamatas, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Kemarut Laothamatas, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY. Dr. Laothamatas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laothamatas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laothamatas’s office at (212) 305-0631.
What languages does Dr. Laothamatas speak?
Dr. Laothamatas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Laothamatas typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Laothamatas 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. Laothamatas. 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
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Organ Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J438: Other emphysema
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Laothamatas typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Laothamatas 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. Laothamatas. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Laothamatas accept my insurance?
Dr. Laothamatas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 305-0631 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laothamatas accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Laothamatas 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
State of Connecticut
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Laothamatas' office located?
Dr. Kemarut Laothamatas' Primary Practice
622 W 168th St
New York, NY 10032
(212) 305-0631
What is Dr. Laothamatas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laothamatas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558757492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laothamatas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laothamatas
What is Dr. Kemarut Laothamatas's specialty?
Dr. Laothamatas 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. Kemarut Laothamatas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Laothamatas is affiliated with Newyork-Presbyterian/columbia University Irving Medical Center, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center, St. Francis Hospital & Heart 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 Kemarut Laothamatas accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Kemarut Laothamatas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kemarut Laothamatas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laothamatas's office at (212) 305-0631 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kemarut Laothamatas?
Please contact Dr. Laothamatas's office at (212) 305-0631 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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