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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bime, Pulmonologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Christian Bime, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bime is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bime’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bime’s office at (520) 694-4000.
Is Dr. Bime board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Christian Bime, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bime speak?
Dr. Bime and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bime typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bime 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. Bime. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bime typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Christian Bime may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Bime's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bime accept my insurance?
Dr. Bime accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 694-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bime accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Bime in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bime's office located?
Dr. Christian Bime's Primary Practice
535 N Wilmot Rd Ste 101
Tucson, AZ 85711
(520) 694-4000
What is Dr. Bime's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bime's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952507279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bime?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bime
What is Dr. Christian Bime's specialty?
Dr. Bime is a Pulmonologist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Christian Bime affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bime is affiliated with Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, Banner - University Medical Center Tucson, Banner Ironwood Medical Center, Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Baywood 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 Christian Bime accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Christian Bime is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Christian Bime offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bime's office at (520) 694-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Christian Bime?
Please contact Dr. Bime's office at (520) 694-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Christian Bime have?
Dr. Christian Bime is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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