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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mukhtar, Pulmonologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Osama Mukhtar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Mukhtar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mukhtar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mukhtar’s office at (520) 575-6944.
What languages does Dr. Mukhtar speak?
Dr. Mukhtar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Mukhtar treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mukhtar 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. Mukhtar. 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
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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
- Chronic 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
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing 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
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe 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:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Nicotine Addiction
- E-Cigarettes
- Smokeless Tobacco
- Smoking
- Tobacco Addiction
- Smoking Addiction
- Vaping Addiction
- Nicotine Substance Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17200: Nicotine dependence, unspecified, uncomplicated
Which procedures does Dr. Mukhtar perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Osama Mukhtar 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. Mukhtar's office.
Does Dr. Mukhtar accept my insurance?
Dr. Mukhtar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 575-6944 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mukhtar accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Mukhtar in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
IASIS Healthcare
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mukhtar's office located?
Dr. Osama Mukhtar's Primary Practice
2055 W Hospital Dr Ste 205
Tucson, AZ 85704
(520) 575-6944
What is Dr. Mukhtar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mukhtar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851775753.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mukhtar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mukhtar
What is Dr. Osama Mukhtar's specialty?
Dr. Mukhtar is a Pulmonologist near Tucson, AZ. 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. Mukhtar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Osama Mukhtar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mukhtar is affiliated with Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Osama Mukhtar accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Osama Mukhtar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Osama Mukhtar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mukhtar's office at (520) 575-6944 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Osama Mukhtar?
Please contact Dr. Mukhtar's office at (520) 575-6944 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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