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Dr. Richard Pomerantz, MD

Hickory, NC

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Pomerantz, Pulmonologist in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Richard Pomerantz, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Hickory, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Pomerantz graduated from The University of Toledo College of Medicine and completed his residency at Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Pomerantz is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pomerantz’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pomerantz’s office at (828) 732-5400.

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

    • Residency: Oh State Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Oh State Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Ohio State University Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll of Ohio At Toledo | The University of Toledo College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Pomerantz board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Pomerantz, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Pomerantz speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Pomerantz treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Pomerantz 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. Pomerantz. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Central Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • CSA
    • Brain-Related Sleep Apnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4731: Primary central sleep apnea

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J4489: Other specified chronic obstructive pulmonary disease

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

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

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Does Dr. Pomerantz accept my insurance?

    Dr. Pomerantz accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 732-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Pomerantz accept in Hickory, NC?

    Dr. Pomerantz in Hickory, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Healthgram

    • Medicare

    • Vaya Health

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    Where is Dr. Pomerantz's office located?

    Dr. Richard Pomerantz's Primary Practice

    2386 Springs Rd NE

    Hickory, NC 28601

    (828) 732-5400

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    Dr. Richard Pomerantz's Practice 2

    1450 Matthews Township Pkwy Ste 380

    Matthews, NC 28105

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    Dr. Richard Pomerantz's Practice 3

    14215 Ballantyne Corporate Pl Ste 240

    Charlotte, NC 28277

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

    Dr. Pomerantz's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154321321.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pomerantz?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Pomerantz's specialty?

    Dr. Pomerantz is a Pulmonologist near Hickory, NC. 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. Pomerantz to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Richard Pomerantz affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Pomerantz is affiliated with Catawba Valley Medical Center, Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Huntersville Medical Center, Novant Health Matthews Medical Center, Novant Health Presbyterian 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 Richard Pomerantz accepting new patients in Hickory, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Richard Pomerantz is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Richard Pomerantz offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Pomerantz's office at (828) 732-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Richard Pomerantz?

    Please contact Dr. Pomerantz's office at (828) 732-5400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Richard Pomerantz have?

    Dr. Richard Pomerantz is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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