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Dr. Joan Dabu, MD

Rancho Mirage, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dabu, Pulmonologist in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Joan Dabu, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Rancho Mirage, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Dabu is fluent in English and Tagalog, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dabu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dabu’s office at (760) 834-3564.

    What languages does Dr. Dabu speak?

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

    • English

    • Tagalog

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dabu 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. Dabu. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dabu 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. Dabu. 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:

    • 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

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Also known as:

    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Oxygen Saturation Test
    • Oximeter Reading
    • Blood Oxygen Level Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination

    Does Dr. Dabu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dabu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 834-3564 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dabu accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Dr. Dabu in Rancho Mirage, 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

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Dabu's office located?

    Wright Bldg

    39000 Bob Hope Dr

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

    (760) 834-3564

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    Dr. Joan Dabu's Practice 2

    39950 Vista del Sol

    Rancho Mirage, CA 92270

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

    Dr. Dabu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891192696.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dabu?

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

    What is Dr. Joan Dabu's specialty?

    Dr. Dabu is a Pulmonologist near Rancho Mirage, 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. Joan Dabu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dabu is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, Ronald Reagan Ucla 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 Joan Dabu accepting new patients in Rancho Mirage, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Joan Dabu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Joan Dabu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dabu's office at (760) 834-3564 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Joan Dabu?

    Please contact Dr. Dabu's office at (760) 834-3564 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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