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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Choudhary, Critical Care Internist in Belleville, IL?
Dr. Salik Choudhary, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Belleville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Choudhary is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Choudhary’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Choudhary’s office at (314) 362-1185.
What languages does Dr. Choudhary speak?
Dr. Choudhary and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Choudhary typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Choudhary 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. Choudhary. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Choudhary typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Choudhary 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. Choudhary. 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:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Choudhary accept my insurance?
Dr. Choudhary accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 362-1185 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Choudhary accept in Belleville, IL?
Dr. Choudhary in Belleville, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Choudhary's office located?
Dr. Salik Choudhary's Primary Practice
4500 Memorial Dr
Belleville, IL 62226
(314) 362-1185
What is Dr. Choudhary's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Choudhary's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386986578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Choudhary?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Choudhary
What is Dr. Salik Choudhary's specialty?
Dr. Choudhary is a Critical Care Internist near Belleville, IL.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Salik Choudhary affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Choudhary is affiliated with Christian Hospital, Barnes-Jewish West County 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
When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Salik Choudhary accepting new patients in Belleville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Salik Choudhary is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salik Choudhary offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Choudhary's office at (314) 362-1185 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salik Choudhary?
Please contact Dr. Choudhary's office at (314) 362-1185 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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