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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dobbs, Pulmonologist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Kimberly Dobbs, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Dobbs completed her residency at Univ Of Al Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Dobbs is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dobbs’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dobbs’s office at (601) 649-2863.
Where did Dr. Dobbs go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Al Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Wake Forest U Baptist Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Al Hosp, Internal Medicine
Is Dr. Dobbs board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Dobbs, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dobbs speak?
Dr. Dobbs and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dobbs typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dobbs 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. Dobbs. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, 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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Dobbs typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Dobbs 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. Dobbs. 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 here.
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
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
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. Dobbs accept my insurance?
Dr. Dobbs accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 649-2863 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dobbs accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Dobbs in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Mississippi
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Mississippi
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dobbs' office located?
What is Dr. Dobbs's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dobbs's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1265456818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dobbs?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dobbs
What is Dr. Kimberly Dobbs's specialty?
Dr. Dobbs is a Pulmonologist near Jackson, MS.
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. Kimberly Dobbs affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dobbs is affiliated with University Of Mississippi Medical Center, St. Dominic Hospital, Southwest Mississippi Regional Medical Center, Memorial Hospital Gulfport 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 Kimberly Dobbs accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Kimberly Dobbs is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kimberly Dobbs offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dobbs's office at (601) 649-2863 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kimberly Dobbs?
Please contact Dr. Dobbs's office at (601) 649-2863 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kimberly Dobbs have?
Dr. Kimberly Dobbs is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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