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Dr. Nimeh Najjar, MD

Dr. Nimeh Najjar, MD

Jacksonville, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Najjar, Pulmonologist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Nimeh Najjar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Najjar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Najjar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Najjar’s office at (904) 383-1014.

    What languages does Dr. Najjar speak?

    Dr. Najjar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Najjar typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Najjar 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. Najjar. 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:

    • 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • 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:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified 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:

    • 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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Najjar typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Najjar 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. Najjar. 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

    Does Dr. Najjar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Najjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 383-1014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Najjar accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Najjar in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Jefferson Health

    • Medicare

    • State of Pennsylvania

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Najjar's office located?

    Ufjp Pulmonary Dept

    655 W 8th St

    Jacksonville, FL 32209

    (904) 383-1014

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    Dr. Nimeh Najjar's Practice 2

    15255 Max Leggett Pkwy Ste 3900

    Jacksonville, FL 32218

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    What is Dr. Najjar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Najjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104260108.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Najjar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Najjar

    What is Dr. Nimeh Najjar's specialty?

    Dr. Najjar is a Pulmonologist near Jacksonville, FL.

    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. Nimeh Najjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Najjar is affiliated with St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, Pa, Temple University Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Inova Fairfax 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 Nimeh Najjar accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Nimeh Najjar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nimeh Najjar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Najjar's office at (904) 383-1014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nimeh Najjar?

    Please contact Dr. Najjar's office at (904) 383-1014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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