27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Al-Naser, Pulmonologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Raed Al-Naser, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Al-Naser completed his residency at St. Michael's Medical Center, Newark. Dr. Al-Naser is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Al-Naser’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Al-Naser’s office at (619) 589-9158.
Where did Dr. Al-Naser go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St. Michael's Medical Center, Newark
Medical School: Yarmouk University, Fac Med, (Jordan Univ Sci & Tech), Irbid, Jordan
Is Dr. Al-Naser board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Raed Al-Naser, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Al-Naser speak?
Dr. Al-Naser and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Al-Naser treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Al-Naser 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. Al-Naser. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Eosinophilic Asthma
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
- Severe Eosinophilic Asthma
- High Eosinophil Asthma
- Eosinophil-Driven Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J8283: Eosinophilic asthma
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0600: Dyspnea, 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- 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
- 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:
- 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:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
What procedures does Dr. Al-Naser perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Al-Naser 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. Al-Naser. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Does Dr. Al-Naser accept my insurance?
Dr. Al-Naser accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 589-9158 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Al-Naser accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Al-Naser in La Mesa, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Beacon Health Options
Blue Shield of California
Community Health Group
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
Steward Health Choice
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Where is Dr. Al-Naser's office located?
Dr. Raed Al-Naser's Primary Practice
5525 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 609
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 589-9158
What is Dr. Al-Naser's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Al-Naser's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770589293.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Al-Naser?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Al-Naser
What is Dr. Raed Al-Naser's specialty?
Dr. Al-Naser is a Pulmonologist near La Mesa, CA. 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. Al-Naser to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Raed Al-Naser affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Al-Naser is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Kaiser Permanente San Diego Medical Center 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 Raed Al-Naser accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Raed Al-Naser is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raed Al-Naser offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Al-Naser's office at (619) 589-9158 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raed Al-Naser?
Please contact Dr. Al-Naser's office at (619) 589-9158 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raed Al-Naser have?
Dr. Raed Al-Naser is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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