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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ng, Pulmonologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Alex Ng, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Ng is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ng’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ng’s office at (502) 588-4600.
What languages does Dr. Ng speak?
Dr. Ng and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Ng treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ng 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. Ng. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ng perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Alex Ng 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. Ng's office.
Does Dr. Ng accept my insurance?
Dr. Ng accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-4600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ng accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Ng in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
MyTruAdvantage
State of Kentucky
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ng's office located?
Dr. Alex Ng's Primary Practice
401 E Chestnut St Unit 690
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 588-4600
What is Dr. Ng's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ng's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083933675.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ng?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ng
What is Dr. Alex Ng's specialty?
Dr. Ng is a Pulmonologist near Louisville, KY. 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. Ng to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alex Ng affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ng is affiliated with Columbus Regional Hospital, Deaconess Midtown Hospital, Baptist Health Corbin, Pikeville Medical Center 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
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Is Alex Ng accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Alex Ng is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alex Ng offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ng's office at (502) 588-4600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alex Ng?
Please contact Dr. Ng's office at (502) 588-4600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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