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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheehan, Pulmonologist in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Elyce Sheehan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Albuquerque, NM with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Sheehan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheehan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheehan’s office at (505) 272-2111.
What languages does Dr. Sheehan speak?
Dr. Sheehan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheehan typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sheehan 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. Sheehan. 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
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheehan typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Elyce Sheehan may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheehan accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheehan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (505) 272-2111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheehan accept in Albuquerque, NM?
Dr. Sheehan in Albuquerque, NM accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Presbyterian Healthcare Services
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Where is Dr. Sheehan's office located?
Dr. Elyce Sheehan's Primary Practice
2211 Lomas Blvd NE
Albuquerque, NM 87106
(505) 272-2111
What is Dr. Sheehan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheehan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720498892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheehan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheehan
What is Dr. Elyce Sheehan's specialty?
Dr. Sheehan is a Pulmonologist near Albuquerque, NM.
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. Elyce Sheehan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheehan is affiliated with Presbyterian Hospital - Albuquerque, Nm, Christus St. Vincent Regional 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Elyce Sheehan accepting new patients in Albuquerque, NM?
Yes, Dr. Elyce Sheehan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Elyce Sheehan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (505) 272-2111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Elyce Sheehan?
Please contact Dr. Sheehan's office at (505) 272-2111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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