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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paul, Pulmonologist in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Vishesh Paul, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Urbana, IL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paul is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paul’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paul’s office at (217) 383-3100.
Is Dr. Paul board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Vishesh Paul, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paul speak?
Dr. Paul and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paul typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Paul 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. Paul. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
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:
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Respiratory cancer screening
- Pulmonary cancer check
- Lung tumor screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Paul typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Vishesh Paul may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Paul's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paul accept my insurance?
Dr. Paul accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paul accept in Urbana, IL?
Dr. Paul in Urbana, IL 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Health Alliance (HAMP)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paul's office located?
What is Dr. Paul's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paul's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932396868.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paul?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paul
What is Dr. Vishesh Paul's specialty?
Dr. Paul is a Pulmonologist near Urbana, IL.
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. Vishesh Paul affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paul is affiliated with Carle Foundation Hospital, Gibson Area Hospital & Health Services 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 Vishesh Paul accepting new patients in Urbana, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vishesh Paul is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishesh Paul offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (217) 383-3100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishesh Paul?
Please contact Dr. Paul's office at (217) 383-3100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vishesh Paul have?
Dr. Vishesh Paul is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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