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Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Abu-Nasser, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Abu-Nasser is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Abu-Nasser’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Abu-Nasser’s office at (916) 734-3112.

    What languages does Dr. Abu-Nasser speak?

    Dr. Abu-Nasser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Abu-Nasser treat?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Abu-Nasser 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. Abu-Nasser. 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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Severe Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Severe Asthma
    • Acute Severe Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    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:

    • Brain damage from lack of oxygen
    • Brain Disease
    • Anoxic brain injury
    • Hypoxic-ischemic encephalopathy
    • Oxygen deprivation brain injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G931: Anoxic brain damage, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does Dr. Abu-Nasser perform?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Abu-Nasser 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. Abu-Nasser. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Abu-Nasser accept my insurance?

    Dr. Abu-Nasser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-3112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Abu-Nasser accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Abu-Nasser in Sacramento, CA 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of California

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    Where is Dr. Abu-Nasser's office located?

    Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser's Primary Practice

    2521 Stockton Blvd

    Sacramento, CA 95817

    (916) 734-3112

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    What is Dr. Abu-Nasser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Abu-Nasser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790149805.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Abu-Nasser?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Abu-Nasser

    What is Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser's specialty?

    Dr. Abu-Nasser is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Sacramento, CA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Abu-Nasser to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Abu-Nasser is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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 Sara Abu-Nasser accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sara Abu-Nasser offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Abu-Nasser's office at (916) 734-3112 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sara Abu-Nasser?

    Please contact Dr. Abu-Nasser's office at (916) 734-3112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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