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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Zhang, Pulmonologist in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Michelle Zhang is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Encinitas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Zhang is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Zhang’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Zhang’s office.
What languages does Dr. Zhang speak?
Dr. Zhang and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zhang typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Zhang 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. Zhang. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Zhang typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Michelle Zhang may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Zhang accept my insurance?
Dr. Zhang accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Zhang accept in Encinitas, CA?
Dr. Zhang in Encinitas, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Zhang's office located?
What is Dr. Zhang's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Zhang's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538521422.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Zhang?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Zhang
What is Dr. Michelle Zhang's specialty?
Dr. Zhang is a Pulmonologist near Encinitas, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Michelle Zhang affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Zhang is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Michelle Zhang accepting new patients in Encinitas, CA?
Yes, Dr. Michelle Zhang is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Michelle Zhang offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Michelle Zhang?
Please contact Dr. Zhang's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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