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Dr. Paramjeet Atwal, MD

Dr. Paramjeet Atwal, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atwal, Pulmonologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Paramjeet Atwal, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Atwal graduated from People',s Friendship University Of Russia, Faculty Of Medicine and completed her residency at Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program. Dr. Atwal is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atwal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atwal’s office at (916) 688-2000.

    Where did Dr. Atwal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford University Hospital/Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: People',s Friendship University Of Russia, Faculty Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Atwal board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paramjeet Atwal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Atwal speak?

    Dr. Atwal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Atwal typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Atwal 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. Atwal. 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:

    • Sleep Apnea
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • General Health Check
    • Disease Screening
    • Medical Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, 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:

    • Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Atwal typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Paramjeet Atwal may include:

    Please contact Dr. Atwal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Atwal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atwal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 688-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atwal accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Atwal in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Hill Physicians Medical Group

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

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    Where is Dr. Atwal's office located?

    Kaiser South Sacramento Medical Center

    6600 Bruceville Rd

    Sacramento, CA 95823

    (916) 688-2000

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    Dr. Paramjeet Atwal's Practice 2

    7373 West Ln

    Stockton, CA 95210

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

    Dr. Atwal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306042684.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atwal?

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

    What is Dr. Paramjeet Atwal's specialty?

    Dr. Atwal is a Pulmonologist near Sacramento, CA.

    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 Dr. Paramjeet Atwal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atwal is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Paramjeet Atwal accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Paramjeet Atwal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paramjeet Atwal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atwal's office at (916) 688-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Paramjeet Atwal?

    Please contact Dr. Atwal's office at (916) 688-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Atwal's office located?

    Dr. Atwal's offices are located in Sacramento, CA and Stockton, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paramjeet Atwal have?

    Dr. Paramjeet Atwal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.