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Who is Dr. Louisell, Pulmonologist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. James Louisell, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Louisell is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Louisell’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Louisell’s office at (831) 226-3225.
What languages does Dr. Louisell speak?
Dr. Louisell and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Louisell treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Louisell 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. Louisell. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- 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
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Septic Shock
- Sepsis
- Shock
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
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:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Which procedures does Dr. Louisell perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. James Louisell 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. Louisell's office.
Does Dr. Louisell accept my insurance?
Dr. Louisell accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 226-3225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Louisell accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Louisell in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Chinese Community Health Plan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sutter Health
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Where is Dr. Louisell's office located?
Dr. James Louisell's Primary Practice
1595 Soquel Dr Ste 230
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 226-3225
What is Dr. Louisell's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Louisell's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669735916.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Louisell?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Louisell
What is Dr. James Louisell's specialty?
Dr. Louisell is a Pulmonologist near Santa Cruz, 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. Louisell to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. James Louisell affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Louisell is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 James Louisell accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. James Louisell is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. James Louisell offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Louisell's office at (831) 226-3225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with James Louisell?
Please contact Dr. Louisell's office at (831) 226-3225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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