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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kureshi, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Safina Kureshi, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN. Dr. Kureshi is fluent in English, French, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kureshi’s office at (865) 637-8481.
What languages does Dr. Kureshi speak?
Dr. Kureshi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Kureshi typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Kureshi 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. Kureshi. 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:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Kureshi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Kureshi 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. Kureshi. 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 and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Does Dr. Kureshi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kureshi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (865) 637-8481 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kureshi accept in Knoxville, TN?
Dr. Kureshi in Knoxville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AmeriBen
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kureshi's office located?
What is Dr. Kureshi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kureshi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689854838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kureshi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kureshi
What is Dr. Safina Kureshi's specialty?
Dr. Kureshi is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Knoxville, TN.
What does a Pediatric Pulmonologist do?
A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques.
Is this Dr. Safina Kureshi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kureshi is affiliated with Baptist Health Corbin 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
When to see a Pediatric Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Safina Kureshi accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Safina Kureshi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Safina Kureshi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kureshi's office at (865) 637-8481 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Safina Kureshi?
Please contact Dr. Kureshi's office at (865) 637-8481 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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