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Who is Dr. Al-Hilli, Pulmonologist in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Ali Al-Hilli, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA. Dr. Al-Hilli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Hilli’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Hilli’s office at (207) 879-3000.
What languages does Dr. Al-Hilli speak?
Dr. Al-Hilli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Al-Hilli typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Al-Hilli 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. Al-Hilli. 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:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
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
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Al-Hilli typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Al-Hilli 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. Al-Hilli. 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:
- 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
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
Also known as:
- Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
- Thoracentesis
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Lung Tap
- Fluid Drainage from Chest
CPT Codes:
- 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- EBUS Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
- Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
Does Dr. Al-Hilli accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Hilli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 879-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Hilli accept in Bellingham, WA?
Dr. Al-Hilli in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Al-Hilli's office located?
Dr. Ali Al-Hilli's Primary Practice
2980 Squalicum Pkwy Ste 301
Bellingham, WA 98225
(207) 879-3000
What is Dr. Al-Hilli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Hilli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1669888269.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Hilli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Hilli
What is Dr. Ali Al-Hilli's specialty?
Dr. Al-Hilli 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. Ali Al-Hilli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Al-Hilli is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Peacehealth St. Joseph Medical Center, Peacehealth United General Medical Center, Ketchikan Medical Center, Peacehealth Peace Island Medical Center, Harborview Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ali Al-Hilli accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?
Yes, Dr. Ali Al-Hilli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ali Al-Hilli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Hilli's office at (207) 879-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ali Al-Hilli?
Please contact Dr. Al-Hilli's office at (207) 879-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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