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Dr. Paul Guentert, MD

Mishawaka, IN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Guentert, Pulmonologist in Mishawaka, IN?

    Dr. Paul Guentert, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Mishawaka, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Guentert completed his residency at Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Guentert is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guentert’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guentert’s office at (574) 246-9350.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Univ Of Pittsburgh Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In

    Is Dr. Guentert board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Guentert, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Guentert speak?

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

    • English

    • German

    What conditions does Dr. Guentert treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Guentert 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. Guentert. 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
    • 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Damaged Lung Air Sacs
    • COPD Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
    • Centriacinar Emphysema
    • COPD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J431: Panlobular emphysema
    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified
    • J432: Centrilobular emphysema

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Long-term Bronchitis
    • Persistent Bronchitis
    • Inflamed Airways

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis
    • J411: Mucopurulent chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Severe Persistent Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Chronic Severe Asthma
    • Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
    • Severe Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    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

    What procedures does Dr. Guentert perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Guentert 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. Guentert. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Lung Scope with Biopsy
    • Bronchial Biopsy
    • Endobronchial Biopsy
    • Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings
    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    Also known as:

    • Fluid Removal from Lung Area with Imaging Guidance
    • Thoracentesis
    • Pleural Fluid Aspiration
    • Lung Tap
    • Fluid Drainage from Chest

    CPT Codes:

    • 32555: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; with imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Inhalation Breathing Treatment
    • Nebulizer Treatment
    • Aerosol Treatment
    • IPPB Treatment
    • Airway Obstruction Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 94640: Pressurized or nonpressurized inhalation treatment for acute airway obstruction for therapeutic purposes and/or for diagnostic purposes such as sputum induction with an aerosol generator, nebulizer, metered dose inhaler or intermittent positive pressure breathing (IPPB) device

    Does Dr. Guentert accept my insurance?

    Dr. Guentert accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (574) 246-9350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Guentert accept in Mishawaka, IN?

    Dr. Guentert in Mishawaka, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Jordan School District

    • Medicare

    • Spectrum / Priority Health

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Guentert's office located?

    Dr. Paul Guentert's Primary Practice

    611 E Douglas Rd Ste 309

    Mishawaka, IN 46545

    (574) 246-9350

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

    Dr. Guentert's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255316782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guentert?

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

    What is Dr. Paul Guentert's specialty?

    Dr. Guentert is a Pulmonologist near Mishawaka, IN. 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. Guentert to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Paul Guentert affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Guentert is affiliated with Saint Joseph Regional Medical Center, Elkhart General Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph 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 Paul Guentert accepting new patients in Mishawaka, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Paul Guentert is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Paul Guentert offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Guentert's office at (574) 246-9350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Paul Guentert?

    Please contact Dr. Guentert's office at (574) 246-9350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Paul Guentert have?

    Dr. Paul Guentert is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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