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Who is Dr. Murugappan, Pulmonologist in Chesterfield, MO?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Murugappan?
Dr. Meena Murugappan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Murugappan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, Bronchoscopy-Advanced, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Interstitial Lung Disease, Lung Cancer, Pleural Disease, Pulmonary Hypertension, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Chesterfield, MO community, Dr. Murugappan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Murugappan speak?
Dr. Murugappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Murugappan typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Murugappan 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. Murugappan. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Murugappan typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Meena Murugappan may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Murugappan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Murugappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Murugappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 576-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murugappan accept in Chesterfield, MO?
Dr. Murugappan in Chesterfield, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Murugappan's office located?
Dr. Meena Murugappan's Primary Practice
222 S Woods Mill Rd Ste 310N
Chesterfield, MO 63017
(314) 576-6700
What hospitals are Dr. Murugappan affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Murugappan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Murugappan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murugappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093924037.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murugappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murugappan