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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Elangovan, Pulmonologist in Martinez, CA?
Dr. Initha Elangovan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Martinez, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Elangovan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Elangovan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Elangovan’s office at (925) 370-5000.
What languages does Dr. Elangovan speak?
Dr. Elangovan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Elangovan treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Elangovan 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. Elangovan. 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
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
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:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Which procedures does Dr. Elangovan perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Initha Elangovan 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. Elangovan's office.
Does Dr. Elangovan accept my insurance?
Dr. Elangovan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (925) 370-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Elangovan accept in Martinez, CA?
Dr. Elangovan in Martinez, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
All Other PACE
All Other Third Party
Brand New Day
Contra Costa
Department of Defense / Tricare
Health Plan of San Mateo
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Elangovan's office located?
Dr. Initha Elangovan's Primary Practice
2500 Alhambra Ave
Martinez, CA 94553
(925) 370-5000
What is Dr. Elangovan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Elangovan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083925739.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Elangovan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Elangovan
What is Dr. Initha Elangovan's specialty?
Dr. Elangovan is a Pulmonologist near Martinez, CA. 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. Elangovan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Initha Elangovan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Elangovan is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center 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 Initha Elangovan accepting new patients in Martinez, CA?
Yes, Dr. Initha Elangovan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Initha Elangovan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Elangovan's office at (925) 370-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Initha Elangovan?
Please contact Dr. Elangovan's office at (925) 370-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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