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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Devika Rao, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Dallas, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (214) 456-2857.
Is Dr. Rao board certified as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Devika Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis with Lung Problems
- Cystic Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Cystic Fibrosis
- CF Lung Disease
- Cystic Fibrosis Affecting Lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- E840: Cystic fibrosis with pulmonary manifestations
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
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (214) 456-2857 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Dallas, TX?
Dr. Rao in Dallas, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Molina Healthcare
Parkland Health & Hospital System
Texas Children's Hospital
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609053875.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Devika Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Dallas, TX.
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. Devika Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Medical City Lewisville Hospital, Atlantic Health Overlook Medical Center 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 Devika Rao accepting new patients in Dallas, TX?
Yes, Dr. Devika Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Devika Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (214) 456-2857 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Devika Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (214) 456-2857 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Devika Rao have?
Dr. Devika Rao is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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