15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nair, Pulmonologist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Viswam Nair, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nair graduated from Ohio State University / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. Dr. Nair is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nair’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nair’s office at (206) 520-5000.
Where did Dr. Nair go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Stanford University Division of PCCM CA
Residency: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center
Medical School: Ohio State University / College of Medicine
Is Dr. Nair board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Viswam Nair, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2007, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2009, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2010
What languages does Dr. Nair speak?
Dr. Nair and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nair treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nair 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. Nair. 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 Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia in Remission
- Chronic Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- Chronic Myelogenous Leukemia Treatment (PDQ®)
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- AML Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia in Remission
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
- ALL Leukemia in Remission
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia in Remission
- Childhood Leukemia in Remission
- CML
- Chronic myelogenous leukemia
- Philadelphia chromosome positive leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9201: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
- C9101: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia, in remission
- C9210: Chronic myeloid leukemia, BCR/ABL-positive, not having achieved remission
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:
- Myelodysplastic Syndrome
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ®)
- Myelodysplastic Syndromes Treatment (PDQ)
- MDS
- Preleukemia
- Bone marrow failure disorder
- Bone Marrow Failure Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- D469: Myelodysplastic syndrome, unspecified
- D46Z: Other myelodysplastic syndromes
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasm
- Bone Marrow Disease
- Chronic Myeloproliferative Neoplasms Treatment (PDQ®)
- CMPN
- Myeloproliferative disorder
- Chronic blood cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- D471: Chronic myeloproliferative disease
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
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:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Right upper lobe lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung
Which procedures does Dr. Nair perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Viswam Nair 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. Nair's office.
Does Dr. Nair accept my insurance?
Dr. Nair accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 520-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nair accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Nair in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
OptumRx
Premera Blue Cross
State of Washington
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nair's office located?
Recognitions
Awards
In vivo and in vitro diagnostics for assessing the lung nodule, LUNGev
Loan Repayment Program In vivo and In vitro diagnostics to improve lu
An analysis of early-stage NSCLC transcriptomics across varying FDG u
PET-FDG uptake, gene expression and outcome in stage I resected lung
Publications
NF-?B protein expression associates with (18)F-FDG PET tumor uptake in non-small cell lung cancer
Lung cancer, 2014
A Domint Adenocarcinoma With Multifocal Ground Glass Lesions Does Not Behave as Advanced Disease
ANLS OF THORACIC SURGERY, 2013
An Observatiol Study of Circulating Tumor Cells
PLOS ONE, 2013
Circulating tumour cells in early breast cancer
LANCET ONCOLOGY, 2012
Prognostic PET F-18-FDG Uptake Imaging Features Are Associated with Major Oncogenomic Alterations
CANCER RESEARCH, 2012
Clinical Outcome Prediction by MicroRs in Human Cancer: A Systematic Review
JNCI-JOURL OF THE TIOL CANCER INSTITUTE, 2012
Fluorodeoxyglucose-PET Scanning in the Diagnosis of Pleural Disease
CHEST, 2011
PET Scan F-18-Fluorodeoxyglucose Uptake
CHEST, 2010
Magement of Lung Nodules Detected by Volume CT Scanning
NEW ENGLAND JOURL OF MEDICINE, 2010
Positron Emission Tomography F-18-Fluorodeoxyglucose Uptake
JOURL OF THORACIC ONCOLOGY, 2009
What is Dr. Nair's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nair's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336336460.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nair?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nair
What is Dr. Viswam Nair's specialty?
Dr. Nair is a Pulmonologist near Seattle, WA. 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. Nair to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Viswam Nair affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nair is affiliated with Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center, Uw Medical Center - Montlake 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 Viswam Nair accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Viswam Nair is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Viswam Nair offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nair's office at (206) 520-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Viswam Nair?
Please contact Dr. Nair's office at (206) 520-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Viswam Nair have?
Dr. Viswam Nair is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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