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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Simon, Pulmonologist in New Bedford, MA?
Dr. Michael Simon, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Bedford, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Simon is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Simon’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Simon’s office at (401) 444-8410.
What languages does Dr. Simon speak?
Dr. Simon and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Simon typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Simon 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. Simon. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Simon typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michael Simon may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Simon's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Simon accept my insurance?
Dr. Simon accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (401) 444-8410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Simon accept in New Bedford, MA?
Dr. Simon in New Bedford, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Simon's office located?
What is Dr. Simon's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Simon's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366896912.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Simon?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Simon
What is Dr. Michael Simon's specialty?
Dr. Simon is a Pulmonologist near New Bedford, MA.
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. Michael Simon affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Simon is affiliated with Rhode Island Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - New Bedford, Ma 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 Michael Simon accepting new patients in New Bedford, MA?
Yes, Dr. Michael Simon is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michael Simon offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (401) 444-8410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michael Simon?
Please contact Dr. Simon's office at (401) 444-8410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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