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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thetford, Pulmonologist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Jay Thetford, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Thetford is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thetford’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thetford’s office at (714) 456-3874.
What languages does Dr. Thetford speak?
Dr. Thetford and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Thetford typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Thetford 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. Thetford. 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
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
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
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:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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. Thetford typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jay Thetford may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Thetford's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Thetford accept my insurance?
Dr. Thetford accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 456-3874 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thetford accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Thetford in Orange, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thetford's office located?
What is Dr. Thetford's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thetford's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689161192.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thetford?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thetford
What is Dr. Jay Thetford's specialty?
Dr. Thetford is a Pulmonologist near Orange, CA.
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. Jay Thetford affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thetford is affiliated with Uci Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Jay Thetford accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Jay Thetford is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jay Thetford offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thetford's office at (714) 456-3874 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jay Thetford?
Please contact Dr. Thetford's office at (714) 456-3874 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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