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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baird, Pulmonologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Zachary Baird, DO is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Baird is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baird’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baird’s office at (502) 562-3000.
What languages does Dr. Baird speak?
Dr. Baird and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Baird typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Baird 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. Baird. 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:
- 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
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Baird typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Baird 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. Baird. 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:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
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. Baird accept my insurance?
Dr. Baird accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 562-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Baird accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Baird in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Baird's office located?
What is Dr. Baird's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baird's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124569314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baird?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baird
What is Dr. Zachary Baird's specialty?
Dr. Baird is a Pulmonologist near Louisville, KY.
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. Zachary Baird affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baird is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin, Norton Brownsboro 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Zachary Baird accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Zachary Baird is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Zachary Baird offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baird's office at (502) 562-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Zachary Baird?
Please contact Dr. Baird's office at (502) 562-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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