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Dr. Akshar Chauhan, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Chauhan, Pulmonologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Akshar Chauhan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chauhan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chauhan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chauhan’s office at (504) 210-4472.

    What languages does Dr. Chauhan speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chauhan 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. Chauhan. 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:

    • 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:

    • Severe Obesity with Breathing Problems
    • Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity and Lung Issues
    • Obesity Hypoventilation Syndrome
    • Pickwickian Syndrome

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E662: Morbid (severe) obesity with alveolar hypoventilation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akshar Chauhan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Chauhan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Chauhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 210-4472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Chauhan accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Chauhan in San Antonio, TX 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 Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Oscar Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Chauhan's office located?

    Dr. Akshar Chauhan's Primary Practice

    4458 Medical Dr Ste 505

    San Antonio, TX 78229

    (504) 210-4472

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    Dr. Akshar Chauhan's Practice 2

    34910 Interstate 10 W Ste 601

    Boerne, TX 78006

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

    Dr. Chauhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1184078412.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chauhan?

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

    What is Dr. Akshar Chauhan's specialty?

    Dr. Chauhan is a Pulmonologist near San Antonio, TX.

    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. Akshar Chauhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Chauhan is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Akshar Chauhan accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Akshar Chauhan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akshar Chauhan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (504) 210-4472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Akshar Chauhan?

    Please contact Dr. Chauhan's office at (504) 210-4472 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Chauhan's office located?

    Dr. Chauhan's offices are located in San Antonio, TX and Boerne, TX.