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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Beer, Pulmonologist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Alison Beer, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Beer is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Beer’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Beer’s office.
Is Dr. Beer board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Alison Beer, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Beer speak?
Dr. Beer and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Beer typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Beer 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. Beer. 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:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Beer typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Beer performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Beer. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Beer accept my insurance?
Dr. Beer 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. Beer accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Beer in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Beer's office located?
What is Dr. Beer's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Beer's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326243387.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Beer?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Beer
What is Dr. Alison Beer's specialty?
Dr. Beer is a Pulmonologist near Bellingham, WA.
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. Alison Beer affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Beer is affiliated with Uw Medical Center - Montlake which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Alison Beer accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. Alison Beer is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alison Beer offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Beer's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alison Beer?
Please contact Dr. Beer's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alison Beer have?
Dr. Alison Beer is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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