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Who is Dr. Kamat, Pulmonologist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Rahul Kamat, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kamat is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kamat’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kamat’s office at (504) 988-5800.
What languages does Dr. Kamat speak?
Dr. Kamat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kamat treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kamat 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. Kamat. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kamat perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rahul Kamat may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kamat's office.
Does Dr. Kamat accept my insurance?
Dr. Kamat accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 988-5800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kamat accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Kamat in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kamat's office located?
What is Dr. Kamat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kamat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316364581.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kamat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kamat
What is Dr. Rahul Kamat's specialty?
Dr. Kamat is a Pulmonologist near New Orleans, LA. 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. Contact Dr. Kamat to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rahul Kamat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kamat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: University Medical Center New Orleans. 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 Rahul Kamat accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Rahul Kamat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rahul Kamat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kamat's office at (504) 988-5800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rahul Kamat?
Please contact Dr. Kamat's office at (504) 988-5800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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