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Who is Dr. Sofi, Pulmonologist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Umar Sofi, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sofi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sofi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sofi’s office at (540) 985-8505.
Is Dr. Sofi board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Umar Sofi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sofi speak?
Dr. Sofi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sofi typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Sofi 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. Sofi. 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 here.
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute 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
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Sofi typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Umar Sofi may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Sofi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sofi accept my insurance?
Dr. Sofi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 985-8505 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sofi accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Sofi in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Sofi's office located?
What is Dr. Sofi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sofi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023009271.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sofi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sofi
What is Dr. Umar Sofi's specialty?
Dr. Sofi is a Pulmonologist near Roanoke, 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. Umar Sofi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sofi is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital, Carilion Franklin Memorial Hospital, Twin County Regional Healthcare, Carilion New River Valley 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 Umar Sofi accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Umar Sofi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Umar Sofi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sofi's office at (540) 985-8505 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Umar Sofi?
Please contact Dr. Sofi's office at (540) 985-8505 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Umar Sofi have?
Dr. Umar Sofi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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