15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rusher, Pulmonologist in Duluth, GA?
Dr. Robert Rusher, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Duluth, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Rusher is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rusher’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. Rusher’s office at (404) 365-0966.
Is Dr. Rusher board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rusher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rusher speak?
Dr. Rusher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rusher treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Rusher 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. Rusher. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure in Lungs
- Lung Hypertension
- High Lung Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Which procedures does Dr. Rusher perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Robert Rusher 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. Rusher's office.
Does Dr. Rusher accept my insurance?
Dr. Rusher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 365-0966 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rusher accept in Duluth, GA?
Dr. Rusher in Duluth, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rusher's office located?
Dr. Robert Rusher's Primary Practice
3650 Steve Reynolds Blvd
Duluth, GA 30096
(404) 365-0966
What is Dr. Rusher's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rusher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578767596.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rusher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rusher
What is Dr. Robert Rusher's specialty?
Dr. Rusher is a Pulmonologist near Duluth, GA. 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. Rusher to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Rusher affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rusher is affiliated with Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital - Atlanta, Emory University Hospital Midtown 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 Robert Rusher accepting new patients in Duluth, GA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Rusher is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Rusher offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rusher's office at (404) 365-0966 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Rusher?
Please contact Dr. Rusher's office at (404) 365-0966 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Rusher have?
Dr. Robert Rusher is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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