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Who is Dr. Decato, Pulmonologist in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Thomas Decato, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Spokane, WA. Dr. Decato is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Decato’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Decato’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Decato?
Dr. Thomas Decato, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Decato empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Spokane, WA community, Dr. Decato is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Decato speak?
Dr. Decato and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Decato typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Decato 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. Decato. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Decato typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Thomas Decato may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Decato's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Decato accept my insurance?
Dr. Decato accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Decato accept in Spokane, WA?
Dr. Decato in Spokane, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
Molina
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Decato's office located?
What is Dr. Decato's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Decato's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043535370.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Decato?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Decato
What is Dr. Thomas Decato's specialty?
Dr. Decato is a Pulmonologist near Spokane, WA.
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. Thomas Decato affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Decato is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Thomas Decato accepting new patients in Spokane, WA?
Yes, Dr. Thomas Decato is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thomas Decato offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Decato's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thomas Decato?
Please contact Dr. Decato's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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212 E Central Ave Ste 315
Spokane, WA 99208