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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. El Chami, Pulmonologist in Keene, NH?
Dr. Hala El Chami, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Keene, NH. Dr. El Chami is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. El Chami’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. El Chami’s office at (603) 354-5400.
What languages does Dr. El Chami speak?
Dr. El Chami and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Chami typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Chami 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. El Chami. 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:
- 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
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- 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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. El Chami typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. El Chami 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. El Chami. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 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
Does Dr. El Chami accept my insurance?
Dr. El Chami accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (603) 354-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. El Chami accept in Keene, NH?
Dr. El Chami in Keene, NH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
BMC Health System
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Martin's Point
Medicare
State of Vermont
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. El Chami's office located?
What is Dr. El Chami's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. El Chami's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578859070.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. El Chami?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. El Chami
What is Dr. Hala El Chami's specialty?
Dr. El Chami is a Pulmonologist near Keene, NH.
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. Hala El Chami affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. El Chami is affiliated with Cheshire Medical Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Elliot Hospital, Brattleboro Memorial Hospital 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 Hala El Chami accepting new patients in Keene, NH?
Yes, Dr. Hala El Chami is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hala El Chami offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. El Chami's office at (603) 354-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hala El Chami?
Please contact Dr. El Chami's office at (603) 354-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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