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Dr. Vichaya Arunthari, MD

Jacksonville, FL

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Arunthari, Pulmonologist in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Vichaya Arunthari, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Jacksonville, FL. He has been practicing for over 20 years. Dr. Arunthari graduated from Prince of Songkla University / Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago/Advocate Christ Medical Center Program. Dr. Arunthari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Arunthari’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Arunthari’s office at (904) 953-2000.

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

    • Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago/Advocate Christ Medical Center Program

    • Medical School: Prince of Songkla University / Faculty of Medicine | Prince of Songkla University / Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Arunthari speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Arunthari 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. Arunthari. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep
    • Breathing Pauses During Sleep
    • Snoring Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
    • G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Gas Levels
    • Blood
    • Blood gas imbalance
    • Irregular blood gases
    • Blood gas disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7981: Abnormal blood-gas level

    Also known as:

    • Lung Transplant Aftercare
    • Lung Transplantation
    • Post-lung transplant care
    • Lung recipient follow-up
    • Lung transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Arunthari performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Arunthari. 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:

    • Drug-Induced Sleep Endoscopy (DISE)
    • DISE Procedure
    • Sleep Apnea Endoscopy
    • Flexible Sleep Endoscopy
    • Upper Airway Endoscopy for Sleep Apnea

    CPT Codes:

    • 42975: Drug-induced sleep endoscopy, with dynamic evaluation of velum, pharynx, tongue base, and larynx for evaluation of sleep-disordered breathing, flexible, diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures

    Also known as:

    • Overnight Pulse Oximetry
    • Pulse Oximetry
    • Continuous Oxygen Monitoring
    • Sleep Oxygen Test
    • Nocturnal Oximetry
    • Overnight O2 Saturation Test

    CPT Codes:

    • 94762: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; by continuous overnight monitoring (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Arunthari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Arunthari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (904) 953-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Arunthari accept in Jacksonville, FL?

    Dr. Arunthari in Jacksonville, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Bankers Life

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Florida

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Arunthari's office located?

    Dr. Vichaya Arunthari's Primary Practice

    4500 San Pablo Rd S

    Jacksonville, FL 32224

    (904) 953-2000

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

    Dr. Arunthari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659304939.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Arunthari?

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

    What is Dr. Vichaya Arunthari's specialty?

    Dr. Arunthari is a Pulmonologist near Jacksonville, FL.

    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. Vichaya Arunthari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Arunthari is affiliated with Mayo Building & Hospital - Florida which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Vichaya Arunthari accepting new patients in Jacksonville, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Vichaya Arunthari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vichaya Arunthari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Arunthari's office at (904) 953-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vichaya Arunthari?

    Please contact Dr. Arunthari's office at (904) 953-2000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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