Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parekh, Pulmonologist in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Karishma Parekh, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Stockton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Parekh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parekh’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parekh’s office at (209) 954-3370.
What languages does Dr. Parekh speak?
Dr. Parekh and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Parekh typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Parekh 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. Parekh. 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:
- 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)
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Parekh typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Parekh 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. Parekh. 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 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:
- 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. Parekh accept my insurance?
Dr. Parekh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (209) 954-3370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parekh accept in Stockton, CA?
Dr. Parekh in Stockton, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Parekh's office located?
Dr. Karishma Parekh's Primary Practice
2545 W Hammer Ln
Stockton, CA 95209
(209) 954-3370
What is Dr. Parekh's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parekh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427303122.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parekh?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parekh
What is Dr. Karishma Parekh's specialty?
Dr. Parekh is a Pulmonologist near Stockton, 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. Karishma Parekh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parekh is affiliated with Sutter Tracy Community Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 Karishma Parekh accepting new patients in Stockton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Karishma Parekh is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karishma Parekh offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parekh's office at (209) 954-3370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karishma Parekh?
Please contact Dr. Parekh's office at (209) 954-3370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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