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Dr. Vikas Pathak, MD

Newport News, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pathak, Pulmonologist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Vikas Pathak, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Pathak is fluent in English, Gujarati, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pathak’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pathak’s office at (757) 534-5454.

    What languages does Dr. Pathak speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    • Hindi

    • Nepali

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pathak 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. Pathak. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Sudden Cardiac Arrest
    • Heart stops beating
    • Cardiopulmonary arrest

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shock
    • Circulatory Collapse
    • Systemic Shock
    • Unspecified Shock

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R579: Shock, unspecified

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pathak 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. Pathak. 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:

    • Planned Tracheostomy
    • Tracheotomy
    • Surgical Airway Creation
    • Breathing Tube Placement (Surgical)
    • Neck Airway Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 31600: Tracheostomy, planned (separate procedure);

    Does Dr. Pathak accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pathak accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 534-5454 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pathak accept in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Pathak in Newport News, VA 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)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Sentara Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Pathak's office located?

    Dr. Vikas Pathak's Primary Practice

    500 J Clyde Morris Blvd Ste 4

    Newport News, VA 23601

    (757) 534-5454

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    Dr. Vikas Pathak's Practice 2

    120 Kings Way Ste 2200

    Williamsburg, VA 23185

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    Dr. Vikas Pathak's Practice 3

    8260 Atlee Rd

    Mechanicsville, VA 23116

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

    Dr. Pathak's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740474121.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pathak?

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

    What is Dr. Vikas Pathak's specialty?

    Dr. Pathak is a Pulmonologist near Newport News, VA.

    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. Vikas Pathak affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pathak is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Vikas Pathak accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikas Pathak is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikas Pathak offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pathak's office at (757) 534-5454 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vikas Pathak?

    Please contact Dr. Pathak's office at (757) 534-5454 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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