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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bassett, Pulmonologist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. William Bassett is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Bassett is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bassett’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bassett’s office at (650) 853-2232.
What languages does Dr. Bassett speak?
Dr. Bassett and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bassett typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bassett 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. Bassett. 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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bassett typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bassett 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. Bassett. 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 Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Bassett accept my insurance?
Dr. Bassett accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 853-2232 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bassett accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Bassett in Palo Alto, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bassett's office located?
Dr. William Bassett's Primary Practice
795 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94301
(650) 853-2232
What hospitals are Dr. Bassett affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bassett has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital,Stanford, CA
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center,Burlingame, CA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
Mills-Peninsula Medical Center,Burlingame, CA
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 6 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus,San Francisco, CARanked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus,San Francisco, CA
Ranked Cancer Surgery
Ranked Mastectomy
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus,San Francisco, CA
Gold Standard Top Hospital
Ranked in 3 Specialties
Ranked in 5 Procedures
El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
El Camino Health - Mountain View Hospital,Mountain View, CA
What is Dr. Bassett's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bassett's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407389984.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bassett?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bassett
What is Dr. William Bassett's specialty?
Dr. Bassett is a Pulmonologist near Palo Alto, 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 Dr. William Bassett affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bassett is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Davies Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus 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. William Bassett accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. William Bassett is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. William Bassett offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (650) 853-2232 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. William Bassett?
Please contact Dr. Bassett's office at (650) 853-2232 to schedule an appointment.
Where is Dr. Bassett's office located?
Dr. Bassett's offices are located in Palo Alto, CA, Stanford, CA, and San Mateo, CA.
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