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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Baz, Pulmonologist in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Maher Baz, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Baz is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Baz’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Baz’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Baz?
Dr. Maher Baz, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Baz empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pulmonary Hypertension, Transplant Medicine-Lung, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Jacksonville/FL community, Dr. Baz is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Baz speak?
Dr. Baz and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Baz treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Baz 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. Baz. 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:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
- Lung Scarring
- Fibrotic Lung Disease
- Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Other Organ Transplant Aftercare
- Organ Transplantation
- Post-organ transplant care
- Organ transplant follow-up
- Transplant recovery care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48298: Encounter for aftercare following other organ transplant
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
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:
- 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
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant Infection
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant Infection
- Infection after Lung Transplant
- Lung Graft Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T86812: Lung transplant infection
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Baz perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maher Baz may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Baz's office.
Does Dr. Baz accept my insurance?
Dr. Baz 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. Baz accept in Jacksonville, FL?
Dr. Baz in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareCentrix
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
SAMBA
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Baz's office located?
What is Dr. Baz's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Baz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336189778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Baz?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Baz
What is Dr. Maher Baz's specialty?
Dr. Baz is a Pulmonologist near Jacksonville, FL. 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. Baz to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Maher Baz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Baz is affiliated with UF Health Shands Hospital 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
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Is Maher Baz accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?
Yes, Dr. Maher Baz is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Maher Baz offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Baz's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Maher Baz?
Please contact Dr. Baz's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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