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Dr. Prathik Krishnan, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishnan, Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Prathik Krishnan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnan’s office at (318) 212-9440.

    What languages does Dr. Krishnan speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Cystic Fibrosis
    • CF
    • Mucoviscidosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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 with Lung Biopsy
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Does Dr. Krishnan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnan accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Krishnan in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Louisiana

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Krishnan's office located?

    Dr. Prathik Krishnan's Primary Practice

    1541 Kings Hwy

    Shreveport, LA 71103

    (318) 212-9440

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    Dr. Prathik Krishnan's Practice 2

    501 Keyser Ave

    Natchitoches, LA 71457

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

    Dr. Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134533169.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnan?

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

    What is Dr. Prathik Krishnan's specialty?

    Dr. Krishnan is a Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA.

    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. Prathik Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishnan is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner American Legion 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 Prathik Krishnan accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Prathik Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prathik Krishnan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (318) 212-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prathik Krishnan?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office at (318) 212-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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