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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Klimberg, Pulmonologist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Nicholas Klimberg, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Klimberg is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Klimberg’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Klimberg’s office at (408) 259-5000.
What languages does Dr. Klimberg speak?
Dr. Klimberg and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Klimberg typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Klimberg 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. Klimberg. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
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
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
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Klimberg typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Nicholas Klimberg may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Klimberg's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Klimberg accept my insurance?
Dr. Klimberg accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 259-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Klimberg accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Klimberg in Salinas, 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
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Montage Health
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Klimberg's office located?
Dr. Nicholas Klimberg's Primary Practice
1033 Los Palos Dr
Salinas, CA 93901
(408) 259-5000
What is Dr. Klimberg's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Klimberg's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225490188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Klimberg?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Klimberg
What is Dr. Nicholas Klimberg's specialty?
Dr. Klimberg is a Pulmonologist near Salinas, 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. Nicholas Klimberg affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Klimberg is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno 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 Nicholas Klimberg accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nicholas Klimberg is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nicholas Klimberg offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Klimberg's office at (408) 259-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nicholas Klimberg?
Please contact Dr. Klimberg's office at (408) 259-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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