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Dr. Victor Salter, MD

Pulmonologist

Knoxville, TN

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Salter, Pulmonologist in Knoxville, TN?

    Dr. Victor Salter, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Knoxville, TN with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Salter completed his residency at University Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Salter is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salter’s office at (865) 588-8831.

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

    • Residency: University Hosp, Pulmonary Diseases; University Hosp, Internal Medicine; Univ Tn Coll Med-Chattanooga, Flexible Or Transitional Year

    • Medical School: University of Ms Sch of Med, Jackson Ms

    Is Dr. Salter board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Salter, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Salter speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Salter typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Salter 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. Salter. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Sinusitis
    • Sinusitis
    • Chronic sinus infection
    • Long-term sinus problems
    • Persistent sinus inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J329: Chronic sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung
    • Pulmonary cancer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung

    Also known as:

    • Bronchitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Chest cold
    • Inflammation of bronchial tubes
    • Acute bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, 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:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Salter typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Victor Salter may include:

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Salter accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Salter's office located?

    Dr. Victor Salter's Primary Practice

    2240 Sutherland Ave Ste 103

    Knoxville, TN 37919

    (865) 588-8831

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    Dr. Victor Salter's Practice 2

    6473 Kingston Pike Ste 6473

    Knoxville, TN 37919

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

    Dr. Salter's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851398838.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salter?

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

    What is Dr. Victor Salter's specialty?

    Dr. Salter is a Pulmonologist near Knoxville, TN.

    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 Dr. Victor Salter affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Salter is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Victor Salter accepting new patients in Knoxville, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Victor Salter is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Victor Salter offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office at (865) 588-8831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Victor Salter?

    Please contact Dr. Salter's office at (865) 588-8831 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Salter's office located?

    Dr. Salter's office is located in Knoxville, TN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Victor Salter have?

    Dr. Victor Salter is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.