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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sheshadri, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Ajay Sheshadri, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sheshadri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sheshadri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sheshadri’s office at (713) 792-6161.
Is Dr. Sheshadri board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Sheshadri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sheshadri speak?
Dr. Sheshadri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheshadri typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sheshadri 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. Sheshadri. 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
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sheshadri typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Sheshadri may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Sheshadri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sheshadri accept my insurance?
Dr. Sheshadri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 792-6161 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sheshadri accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sheshadri in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sheshadri's office located?
What is Dr. Sheshadri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sheshadri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1801096854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sheshadri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sheshadri
What is Dr. Ajay Sheshadri's specialty?
Dr. Sheshadri is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX.
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. Ajay Sheshadri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sheshadri is affiliated with The University Of Texas Md Anderson Cancer 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
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Is Ajay Sheshadri accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Sheshadri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Sheshadri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sheshadri's office at (713) 792-6161 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Sheshadri?
Please contact Dr. Sheshadri's office at (713) 792-6161 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Sheshadri have?
Dr. Ajay Sheshadri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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