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Dr. Jorge Pinilla, MD

Arlington, TX

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pinilla, Pulmonologist in Arlington, TX?

    Dr. Jorge Pinilla, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Arlington, TX with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Pinilla graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina and completed his residency at U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pulmonary Diseases; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pinilla is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pinilla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pinilla’s office at (817) 927-3603.

    Where did Dr. Pinilla go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: U Hosp-Suny Hlth S C-Bklyn, Pulmonary Diseases; St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Pontificia Univ Javeriana, Fac De Med, Bogota, Colombia | Pontifical University Javeriana / Faculty of Medicine | Pontificia Universidad Javeriana Bogot· Facultad de Medicina

    Is Dr. Pinilla board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Pinilla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pinilla speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pinilla 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. Pinilla. 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 here.

    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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
    • Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
    • Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
    • Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pinilla 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. Pinilla. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Lung Airway Exam Through Tracheostomy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Tracheostomy Bronchoscopy
    • Airway Scope Through Trachea
    • Bronchoscopy via Tracheostomy
    • Lung Airway Inspection
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31615: Tracheobronchoscopy Through Established Tracheostomy Incision
    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Lung Scope with Cell Sample
    • Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Tracheostomy Tube Change
    • Trach Tube Replacement
    • Temporary Tracheostomy Tube Change
    • Airway Tube Exchange

    CPT Codes:

    • 31502: Tracheotomy tube change prior to establishment of fistula tract

    Does Dr. Pinilla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pinilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 927-3603 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pinilla accept in Arlington, TX?

    Dr. Pinilla in Arlington, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pinilla's office located?

    Dr. Jorge Pinilla's Primary Practice

    1050 W Arkansas Ln Ste 150

    Arlington, TX 76013

    (817) 927-3603

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    1 Urgent Care Center

    1500 S Main St

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

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

    Dr. Pinilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740200948.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pinilla?

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

    What is Dr. Jorge Pinilla's specialty?

    Dr. Pinilla is a Pulmonologist near Arlington, 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 this Dr. Jorge Pinilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pinilla is affiliated with Medical City Alliance Hospital 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 Jorge Pinilla accepting new patients in Arlington, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Jorge Pinilla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jorge Pinilla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pinilla's office at (817) 927-3603 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Jorge Pinilla?

    Please contact Dr. Pinilla's office at (817) 927-3603 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jorge Pinilla have?

    Dr. Jorge Pinilla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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