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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Altaqi, Pulmonologist in Parma, OH?
Dr. Basel Altaqi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Parma, OH with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Altaqi completed his residency at Case Western Reserve University St Vincent Charity Hospital and is currently affiliated with St Vincent Charity Hospital. Dr. Altaqi is fluent in English, Arabic, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Altaqi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Altaqi’s office.
Where did Dr. Altaqi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Case Western Reserve University St Vincent Charity Hospital
Medical School: Aleppo University
Is Dr. Altaqi board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Basel Altaqi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Altaqi speak?
Dr. Altaqi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altaqi typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Altaqi 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. Altaqi. 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
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Altaqi typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Altaqi 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. Altaqi. 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. Altaqi accept my insurance?
Dr. Altaqi 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. Altaqi accept in Parma, OH?
Dr. Altaqi in Parma, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
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Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Altaqi's office located?
What is Dr. Altaqi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Altaqi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598703761.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Altaqi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Altaqi
What is Dr. Basel Altaqi's specialty?
Dr. Altaqi is a Pulmonologist near Parma, OH.
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. Basel Altaqi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Altaqi is affiliated with Southwest General Health Center, Uh Parma Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Fairview Hospital, Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus 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 Basel Altaqi accepting new patients in Parma, OH?
Yes, Dr. Basel Altaqi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Basel Altaqi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Altaqi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Basel Altaqi?
Please contact Dr. Altaqi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Basel Altaqi have?
Dr. Basel Altaqi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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