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Dr. Gretchen Yandle, MD

Shreveport, LA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yandle, Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Gretchen Yandle, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. She is board certified. Dr. Yandle is fluent in English, Urdu, Vietnamese, Welsh, Yiddish, and Yoruba, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yandle’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yandle’s office at (318) 797-8777.

    Is Dr. Yandle board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Yandle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yandle speak?

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

    • English

    • Urdu

    • Vietnamese

    • Welsh

    • Yiddish

    • Yoruba

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yandle 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. Yandle. 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:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
    • 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
    • Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yandle 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. Yandle. 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

    Does Dr. Yandle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yandle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 797-8777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yandle accept in Shreveport, LA?

    Dr. Yandle in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Christus Health

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yandle's office located?

    Dr. Gretchen Yandle's Primary Practice

    7829 Youree Dr

    Shreveport, LA 71105

    (318) 797-8777

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

    Dr. Yandle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124211099.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yandle?

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

    What is Dr. Gretchen Yandle's specialty?

    Dr. Yandle is a Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA.

    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. Gretchen Yandle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yandle is affiliated with Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus St. Michael Health System 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

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    Is Gretchen Yandle accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Gretchen Yandle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gretchen Yandle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yandle's office at (318) 797-8777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gretchen Yandle?

    Please contact Dr. Yandle's office at (318) 797-8777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gretchen Yandle have?

    Dr. Gretchen Yandle is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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