Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mehio, Pulmonologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Salim Mehio, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Mehio graduated from Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India and completed his residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Good Samaritan Hosp Of Md, Internal Medicine; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery. Dr. Mehio is fluent in English, Arabic, and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehio’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehio’s office at (615) 342-5900.
Where did Dr. Mehio go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Good Samaritan Hosp Of Md, Internal Medicine; Univ Iowa Hosps & Clinics, General Surgery | University of Iowa Hospital & Clinics
Medical School: Govt. Dental College, Bangalore University, India
Is Dr. Mehio board certified in Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Salim Mehio, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mehio speak?
Dr. Mehio and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
French
What conditions does Dr. Mehio treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mehio 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. Mehio. 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:
- Abnormal Lung Function Test
- Lung Disease
- Irregular Pulmonary Function Study
- Unusual Breathing Test
- Lung Disease Diagnosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- R942: Abnormal results of pulmonary function studies
Also known as:
- Dependence on Medical Machines
- Assisted Living Devices
- Enabling Technology Use
- Life Support Equipment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9989: Dependence on other enabling machines and devices
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:
- 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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
Also known as:
- Other Non-Drug Allergy
- Allergy
- Unspecified allergy
- Environmental allergy
- Allergy to other substances
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9109: Other allergy status, other than to drugs and biological substances
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:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Respiratory Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Lung Disorder Screening
- Breathing Problem Check
- Pulmonary Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1383: Encounter for screening for respiratory disorder NEC
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
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
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Mehio perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Salim Mehio may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Mehio's office.
Does Dr. Mehio accept my insurance?
Dr. Mehio accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 342-5900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mehio accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Mehio in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Mehio's office located?
Dr. Salim Mehio's Primary Practice
330 23rd Ave N Ste 500
Nashville, TN 37203
(615) 342-5900
What is Dr. Mehio's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mehio's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427043645.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehio?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mehio
What is Dr. Salim Mehio's specialty?
Dr. Mehio is a Pulmonologist near Nashville, TN. 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. Mehio to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Salim Mehio affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mehio is affiliated with Tristar Centennial Medical Center, Maury 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
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Is Salim Mehio accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Salim Mehio is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Salim Mehio offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mehio's office at (615) 342-5900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Salim Mehio?
Please contact Dr. Mehio's office at (615) 342-5900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Salim Mehio have?
Dr. Salim Mehio is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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