SP
26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pethke, Pulmonologist in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Scott Pethke, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Augusta, GA. He has been practicing for over 26 years. Dr. Pethke is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pethke’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pethke’s office at (706) 922-5864.
What languages does Dr. Pethke speak?
Dr. Pethke and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pethke typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pethke 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. Pethke. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- 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)
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Pethke typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pethke 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. Pethke. 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Does Dr. Pethke accept my insurance?
Dr. Pethke accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (706) 922-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pethke accept in Augusta, GA?
Dr. Pethke in Augusta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pethke's office located?
What is Dr. Pethke's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pethke's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609828094.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pethke?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pethke
What is Dr. Scott Pethke's specialty?
Dr. Pethke is a Pulmonologist near Augusta, GA.
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. Scott Pethke affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pethke is affiliated with Piedmont Augusta Hospital, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Athens Regional, Augusta University Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital 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 Scott Pethke accepting new patients in Augusta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Scott Pethke is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scott Pethke offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pethke's office at (706) 922-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scott Pethke?
Please contact Dr. Pethke's office at (706) 922-5864 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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