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Dr. Lee Rusakow, MD

Dr. Lee Rusakow, MD

Memphis, TN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rusakow, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Lee Rusakow, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Memphis, TN with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Rusakow completed his residency at Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Rusakow is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rusakow’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rusakow’s office at (480) 412-6430.

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

    • Fellowship: University of Colorado at Boulder

    • Residency: Univ Of Co Sch Of Med, Pulmonary Diseases; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Pediatrics | Albert Einstein College Of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rusakow speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Rusakow treat?

    As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Rusakow 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. Rusakow. 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:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Severe Asthma Exacerbation
    • Worsening Severe Asthma
    • Acute Severe Asthma Attack
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
    • Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
    • Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
    • BPD in Newborns
    • Baby Lung Development Disorder
    • Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Disease
    • Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
    • Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
    • P279: Unspecified chronic respiratory disease originating in the perinatal period

    Also known as:

    • Lung Disease
    • Other Lung Disease
    • Breathing Problems
    • Respiratory Illnesses
    • Pulmonary Conditions
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z8709: Personal history of other diseases of the respiratory system
    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Laryngeal Spasm
    • Throat Disorder
    • Vocal cord spasm
    • Throat spasm
    • Laryngospasm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J385: Laryngeal spasm

    Also known as:

    • History of Other Specified Condition
    • Past medical conditions
    • Previous health issues
    • History of other diagnoses

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87898: Personal history of other specified conditions

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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)

    Does Dr. Rusakow accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rusakow accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (480) 412-6430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rusakow accept in Memphis, TN?

    Dr. Rusakow in Memphis, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Cigna

    • Harvard Pilgrim

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Oscar

    • Oxford Health Plans

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Rusakow's office located?

    Dr. Lee Rusakow's Primary Practice

    850 Poplar Ave Bldg 2

    Memphis, TN 38105

    (480) 412-6430

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    Dr. Lee Rusakow's Practice 2

    262 Danny Thomas Pl

    Memphis, TN 38105

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    Dr. Lee Rusakow's Practice 3

    5310 W Thunderbird Rd Ste 214

    Glendale, AZ 85306

    (602) 865-4480

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

    Dr. Rusakow's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710973532.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rusakow?

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

    What is Dr. Lee Rusakow's specialty?

    Dr. Rusakow is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Memphis, TN. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Rusakow to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lee Rusakow affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rusakow is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Desert Medical Center, Banner Baywood 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

    Where can I learn more about Pediatric Pulmonologist?

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    Is Lee Rusakow accepting new patients in Memphis, TN?

    Yes, Dr. Lee Rusakow is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lee Rusakow offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rusakow's office at (480) 412-6430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lee Rusakow?

    Please contact Dr. Rusakow's office at (480) 412-6430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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