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Dr. Brian Burlew, MD

Dr. Brian Burlew, MD

Allentown, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Burlew, Pulmonologist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Brian Burlew, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Burlew graduated from Temple University School Of Medicine and completed his residency at Graduate Hospital. Dr. Burlew is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Burlew’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Burlew’s office.

    Where did Dr. Burlew go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Pulmonology Louisiana State University Medical Center New Orleans, LA | Pulmonology Louisiana State University Medical Center New Orleans, LA

    • Residency: Graduate Hospital | Graduate Hospital | Graduate Hospital

    • Medical School: Temple University School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Burlew board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Burlew, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Burlew speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Burlew treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Burlew 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. Burlew. 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.

    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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • 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:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Lung Function Test
    • Lung Disease
    • Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
    • Unusual Breathing Test
    • Lung Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Smoker's cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-term bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J410: Simple chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Respiratory cancer screening
    • Pulmonary cancer check
    • Lung tumor screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z122: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of respiratory organs

    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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Lung Disorder
    • Other Breathing Conditions
    • Miscellaneous Respiratory Diseases
    • Specific Lung Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J988: Other specified respiratory disorders

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Does Dr. Burlew accept my insurance?

    Dr. Burlew accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Burlew accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Burlew in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • Capital BlueCross

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Employers Health Options

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Burlew's office located?

    Dr. Brian Burlew's Primary Practice

    1250 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 205

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    Dr. Brian Burlew's Practice 2

    451 Chew St Ste 306

    Allentown, PA 18102

    (610) 776-4512

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    Dr. Brian Burlew's Practice 3

    3701 Corriere Rd # 23

    Easton, PA 18045

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

    Dr. Burlew's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598712119.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Burlew?

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

    What is Dr. Brian Burlew's specialty?

    Dr. Burlew is a Pulmonologist near Allentown, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Burlew to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Brian Burlew affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Burlew is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

    Explore Pulmonologist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Brian Burlew accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Brian Burlew is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Brian Burlew offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Brian Burlew?

    Please contact Dr. Burlew's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Brian Burlew have?

    Dr. Brian Burlew is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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