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46 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Birk, Pulmonologist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Peter Birk, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified. Dr. Birk completed his residency at Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pulmonary Diseases; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Birk is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Birk’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Birk’s office at (757) 481-2669.
Where did Dr. Birk go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Of Mi Hosps & Hlth Ctrs, Pulmonary Diseases; Eastern Va Med Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Suny-Hlth Sci Ctr At Syracuse, Coll of Med, Syracuse Ny
Is Dr. Birk board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Peter Birk, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Birk speak?
Dr. Birk and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Birk typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Birk 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. Birk. 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
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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. Birk typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Peter Birk may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Birk's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Birk accept my insurance?
Dr. Birk accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 481-2669 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Birk accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Birk in Virginia Beach, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Birk's office located?
Dr. Peter Birk's Primary Practice
1821 Old Donation Pkwy Ste 11
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 481-2669
What is Dr. Birk's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Birk's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962401406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Birk?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Birk
What is Dr. Peter Birk's specialty?
Dr. Birk is a Pulmonologist near Virginia Beach, VA.
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. Peter Birk affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Birk is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Chesapeake Regional 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Peter Birk accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Peter Birk is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Peter Birk offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Birk's office at (757) 481-2669 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Peter Birk?
Please contact Dr. Birk's office at (757) 481-2669 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Peter Birk have?
Dr. Peter Birk is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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