Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gandhi, Pulmonologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Viral Gandhi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Gandhi is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandhi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gandhi’s office at (505) 727-3170.
What languages does Dr. Gandhi speak?
Dr. Gandhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Gandhi treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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.
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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- History of Nicotine Dependence
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Past nicotine addiction
- Previous smoking habit
- History of tobacco use disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergy
- Chronic allergy symptoms
- Allergic reactions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3089: Other allergic rhinitis
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alpha-1 Antitrypsin Deficiency
- AAT Deficiency
- Alpha-1 Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8801: Alpha-1-antitrypsin deficiency
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Which procedures does Dr. Gandhi perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Viral Gandhi may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Gandhi's office.
Does Dr. Gandhi accept my insurance?
Dr. Gandhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 727-3170 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gandhi accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Gandhi in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
HealthScope
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?
Dr. Viral Gandhi's Primary Practice
500 Walter St NE Ste 501
Albuquerque, NM 87102
(505) 727-3170
Dr. Viral Gandhi's Practice 2
715 Dr Martin Luther King Jr Ave NE Ste 301
Albuquerque, NM 87102
What is Dr. Gandhi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gandhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811245970.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandhi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gandhi
What is Dr. Viral Gandhi's specialty?
Dr. Gandhi is a Pulmonologist near Albuquerque, NM. 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. Contact Dr. Gandhi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Viral Gandhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gandhi is affiliated with Lovelace Women's Hospital, Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Lovelace Westside 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
Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?
Explore Pulmonologist with 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 Viral Gandhi accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Viral Gandhi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Viral Gandhi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (505) 727-3170 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Viral Gandhi?
Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (505) 727-3170 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Pulmonologist Near Albuquerque, NM
VS
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Vesta Sandoval, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM
Critical Care Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Jeffrey Mazer, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
Albuquerque, NM
SP
Pulmonologist
Accepting patientsDr. Sri Rama Krishna Paruchuri, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Albuquerque, NM