Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Manka, Pulmonologist in Denver, CO?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Manka?
Dr. Laurie Ann Manka, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Manka empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Airway Disorders, Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease (COPD), Pneumonia, Pulmonary Nodules, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Denver, CO community, Dr. Manka is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Manka board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Laurie Ann Manka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Manka speak?
Dr. Manka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Manka typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Manka 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. Manka. 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:
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Manka typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Manka 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. Manka. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Voice and Resonance Analysis
- Voice Disorder Evaluation
- Speech Resonance Assessment
- Vocal Quality Analysis
CPT Codes:
- 92524: Behavioral and qualitative analysis of voice and resonance
Also known as:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Also known as:
- Inhalation Breathing Treatment
- Nebulizer Treatment
- Aerosol Treatment
- IPPB Treatment
- Airway Obstruction Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device
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:
- Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam
- Flexible Laryngoscope
- Throat Scope
- Diagnostic Throat Exam
CPT Codes:
- 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic
Does Dr. Manka accept my insurance?
Dr. Manka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 388-4461 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Manka accept in Denver, CO?
Dr. Manka in Denver, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Illinois
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Manka's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Manka affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Manka has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Laurie Ann Manka?
Dr. Manka has appointments available at her Denver, CO office. Please select a date and time below.
What is Dr. Manka's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Manka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548468481.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Manka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Manka