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Dr. Richard Yan, MD

Pulmonologist

Brooklyn, NY

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yan, Pulmonologist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Richard Yan, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 34 years. Dr. Yan graduated from Southeast University Medical College. Dr. Yan is fluent in English and Chinese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yan’s office at (718) 252-3590.

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

    • Medical School: Nanjing University Medical College | Southeast University Medical College | Nanjing Medical University

    What languages does Dr. Yan speak?

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

    • Chinese
    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yan 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. Yan. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    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:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Moderate Asthma
    • Acute Asthma Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

    • 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

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

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Richard Yan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Yan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 252-3590 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yan accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Yan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Healthfirst New York

    • Humana

    • MagnaCare Rx Administered Payer

    • Medicare

    • National Benefit Fund

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Yan's office located?

    Dr. Richard Yan's Primary Practice

    2511 Ocean Ave Ste 104

    Brooklyn, NY 11229

    (718) 252-3590

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    Dr. Richard Yan's Practice 2

    3131 Kings Hwy Ste D10

    Brooklyn, NY 11234

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

    Dr. Yan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033110788.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yan?

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

    What is Dr. Richard Yan's specialty?

    Dr. Yan is a Pulmonologist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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. Richard Yan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yan is affiliated with Mount Sinai Brooklyn, Mount Sinai Beth Israel 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 Dr. Richard Yan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

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

    Does Dr. Richard Yan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yan's office at (718) 252-3590 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Richard Yan?

    Please contact Dr. Yan's office at (718) 252-3590 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Yan's office located?

    Dr. Yan's office is located in Brooklyn, NY.