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Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen, MD

Houston, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Nguyen, Pulmonologist in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. Dr. Nguyen graduated from Texas A&M University and completed her residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program. Dr. Nguyen is fluent in English and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nguyen’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nguyen’s office at (713) 979-1190.

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

    • Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston Program

    • Medical School: Texas A&M University

    What languages does Dr. Nguyen speak?

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

    • English

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does Dr. Nguyen treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Nguyen 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. Nguyen. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Long-Term Lung Failure with CO2 Retention
    • Chronic Hypercapnic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Excess CO2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9612: Chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Subacute Cough
    • Cough
    • Lingering cough
    • Persistent cough (medium term)
    • Prolonged cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R052: Subacute cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Bronchial Disorder
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Other Bronchial Tube Diseases
    • Miscellaneous Airway Disorders
    • Unspecified Bronchial Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9809: Other diseases of bronchus, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    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:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Bronchiectasis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Damaged Airways
    • Chronic Bronchial Dilation
    • Lung Airway Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, 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

    Does Dr. Nguyen accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nguyen accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 979-1190 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nguyen accept in Houston, TX?

    Dr. Nguyen in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Express Scripts

    • Fallon Community Health Plan

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • KelseyCare Advantage

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nguyen's office located?

    Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen's Primary Practice

    6560 Fannin St Ste 1228

    Houston, TX 77030

    (713) 979-1190

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

    Dr. Nguyen's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962486878.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nguyen?

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

    What is Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen's specialty?

    Dr. Nguyen is a Pulmonologist near Houston, TX. 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. Nguyen to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Nguyen is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital, CHRISTUS Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital, Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital 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 Phuong-Dung Nguyen accepting new patients in Houston, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Phuong-Dung Nguyen offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (713) 979-1190 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Phuong-Dung Nguyen?

    Please contact Dr. Nguyen's office at (713) 979-1190 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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