Dr. John Koostra, MD
Salinas, CA
32 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Koostra, Pulmonologist in Salinas, CA?
Dr. John Koostra, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Salinas, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 32 years and is board certified. Dr. Koostra graduated from University of California and completed his residency at Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Koostra is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Koostra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Koostra’s office at (831) 646-8570.
Where did Dr. Koostra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Ca Davis Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: University Of Ca- Davis- Sch Of Med- Davis Ca | UNIVERSITY OF CA DAVIS SCH OF MEDICINE | University of California
Is Dr. Koostra board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. John Koostra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Koostra speak?
Dr. Koostra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Koostra typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Koostra 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. Koostra. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe 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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Koostra typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Koostra 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. Koostra. 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:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Also known as:
- Respiratory Flow Volume Loop Test
- Lung Function Tests
- Flow-volume loop
- Pulmonary function test
- Spirometry with flow-volume loop
CPT Codes:
- 94375: Respiratory flow volume loop
Does Dr. Koostra accept my insurance?
Dr. Koostra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 646-8570 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Koostra accept in Salinas, CA?
Dr. Koostra in Salinas, CA 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 Shield of California
Cigna Group
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of Nevada
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Koostra's office located?
Dr. John Koostra's Primary Practice
1441 Constitution Blvd
Salinas, CA 93906
(831) 646-8570
What is Dr. Koostra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Koostra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922058437.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Koostra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Koostra
What is Dr. John Koostra's specialty?
Dr. Koostra is a Pulmonologist near Salinas, CA.
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. John Koostra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Koostra is affiliated with Community Hospital Of Monterey Peninsula, Renown Regional Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos, Carson Tahoe Regional 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 John Koostra accepting new patients in Salinas, CA?
Yes, Dr. John Koostra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. John Koostra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Koostra's office at (831) 646-8570 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with John Koostra?
Please contact Dr. Koostra's office at (831) 646-8570 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. John Koostra have?
Dr. John Koostra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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