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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pandya, Pulmonologist in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Tapan Pandya, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Alamitos, CA. Dr. Pandya is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pandya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pandya’s office at (562) 626-8016.
What languages does Dr. Pandya speak?
Dr. Pandya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pandya typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pandya 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. Pandya. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
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 Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pandya typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pandya 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. Pandya. 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:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Temporary Vein Access for Dialysis
- Vein-to-Vein Cannula Insertion
- Dialysis Catheter Placement (Vein)
- Vascular Access for Hemodialysis
CPT Codes:
- 36800: Insertion of cannula for hemodialysis, other purpose (separate procedure); vein to vein
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
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. Pandya accept my insurance?
Dr. Pandya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 626-8016 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pandya accept in Los Alamitos, CA?
Dr. Pandya in Los Alamitos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Monarch HealthCare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pandya's office located?
Dr. Tapan Pandya's Primary Practice
3851 Katella Ave Ste 315
Los Alamitos, CA 90720
(562) 626-8016
What is Dr. Pandya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pandya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104181734.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pandya?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pandya
What is Dr. Tapan Pandya's specialty?
Dr. Pandya is a Pulmonologist near Los Alamitos, 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 this Dr. Tapan Pandya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pandya is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ucla Santa Monica 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 Tapan Pandya accepting new patients in Los Alamitos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Tapan Pandya is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tapan Pandya offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pandya's office at (562) 626-8016 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tapan Pandya?
Please contact Dr. Pandya's office at (562) 626-8016 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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