Dr. Alexander Mulamula, MD
Baton Rouge, LA
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mulamula, Pulmonologist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Alexander Mulamula, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Mulamula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mulamula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mulamula’s office at (225) 761-5271.
Is Dr. Mulamula board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Mulamula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mulamula speak?
Dr. Mulamula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mulamula typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mulamula 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. Mulamula. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
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:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mulamula typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mulamula 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. Mulamula. 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)
- Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Navigational Bronchoscopy
- Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
- Advanced Lung Scope
- Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
- Airway Examination with Biopsy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
- 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Lung Biopsy During Bronchoscopy (Additional Lobe)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Tissue Sample
- Lung Biopsy via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
- 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
- 31632: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), each additional lobe (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Ultrasound
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
- Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
- Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
- Lung Scope with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
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
Does Dr. Mulamula accept my insurance?
Dr. Mulamula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 761-5271 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mulamula accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Mulamula in Baton Rouge, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Ochsner Health
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Mulamula's office located?
Dr. Alexander Mulamula's Primary Practice
16777 Medical Center Dr
Baton Rouge, LA 70816
(225) 761-5271
What hospitals are Dr. Mulamula affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Mulamula has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge,Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge,Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked ObGyn Surgery
Ranked C-section surgery
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans,New Orleans, LA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 3 Procedures
Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet,Baton Rouge, LARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet,Baton Rouge, LA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
St. Tammany Parish Hospital,Covington, LARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
St. Tammany Parish Hospital,Covington, LA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Slidell Memorial Hospital,Slidell, LARanked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Slidell Memorial Hospital,Slidell, LA
Ranked in 2 Specialties
Ranked in 2 Procedures
Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center,Monroe, LARanked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center,Monroe, LA
Ranked General Surgery
Ranked Hernia Repair Surgery
What is Dr. Mulamula's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mulamula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124244389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mulamula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mulamula
What is Dr. Alexander Mulamula's specialty?
Dr. Mulamula is a Pulmonologist near Baton Rouge, LA.
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 Dr. Alexander Mulamula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mulamula is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Baton Rouge General - Bluebonnet, St. Tammany Parish Hospital, Slidell Memorial Hospital, Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center 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 Dr. Alexander Mulamula accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
Yes, Dr. Alexander Mulamula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alexander Mulamula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mulamula's office at (225) 761-5271 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Alexander Mulamula?
Please contact Dr. Mulamula's office at (225) 761-5271 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Mulamula's office located?
Dr. Mulamula's offices are located in Baton Rouge, LA and Raceland, LA.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alexander Mulamula have?
Dr. Alexander Mulamula is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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