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Dr. Semaan Kosseifi, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist, Hospitalist

Fort Lauderdale, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kosseifi, Pulmonologist in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Semaan Kosseifi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Fort Lauderdale, FL with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kosseifi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kosseifi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kosseifi’s office.

    Is Dr. Kosseifi board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Semaan Kosseifi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kosseifi speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kosseifi 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. Kosseifi. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    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:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kosseifi 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. Kosseifi. 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 with Brushing
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound-Guided Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
    • 31653: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), 3 or more mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Ultrasound for Lung Lesions
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS) Bronchoscopy
    • Lung Lesion Biopsy with EBUS
    • Bronchial Ultrasound Guided Procedure
    • Lung Scope with Ultrasound

    CPT Codes:

    • 31654: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transendoscopic endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) during bronchoscopic diagnostic or therapeutic intervention(s) for peripheral lesion(s) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])

    Does Dr. Kosseifi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kosseifi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kosseifi accept in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Dr. Kosseifi in Fort Lauderdale, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Kosseifi's office located?

    Holy Cross Medical Group

    4725 N Federal Hwy Ofc Holy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33308

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    Dr. Semaan Kosseifi's Practice 2

    1309 S Federal Hwy

    Fort Lauderdale, FL 33316

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

    Dr. Kosseifi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588853303.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kosseifi?

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

    What is Dr. Semaan Kosseifi's specialty?

    Dr. Kosseifi is a Pulmonologist near Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    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 Dr. Semaan Kosseifi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kosseifi is affiliated with Holy Cross Health which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Dr. Semaan Kosseifi accepting new patients in Fort Lauderdale, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Semaan Kosseifi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Semaan Kosseifi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kosseifi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Semaan Kosseifi?

    Please contact Dr. Kosseifi's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Kosseifi's office located?

    Dr. Kosseifi's office is located in Fort Lauderdale, FL.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Semaan Kosseifi have?

    Dr. Semaan Kosseifi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.