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Dr. Dimitar Dentchev, MD

San Antonio, TX

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dentchev, Anesthesiologist in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Dimitar Dentchev, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Dentchev completed his residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology. Dr. Dentchev is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dentchev’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dentchev’s office.

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

    • Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Anesthesiology

    • Medical School: Higher Med Inst-Pleven, Pleven, Bulgaria

    Is Dr. Dentchev board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Dimitar Dentchev, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Dentchev speak?

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

    • English

    What procedures does Dr. Dentchev perform?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Dentchev 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. Dentchev. 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 Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
    • 31623: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with brushing or protected brushings

    Does Dr. Dentchev accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dentchev accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dentchev accept in San Antonio, TX?

    Dr. Dentchev in San Antonio, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • HealthComp

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Dentchev's office located?

    Dr. Dimitar Dentchev's Primary Practice

    4502 Medical Dr

    San Antonio, TX 78229

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    Dr. Dimitar Dentchev's Practice 2

    2200 Berguist Drive

    Lackland AFB, TX 78236

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    Dr. Dimitar Dentchev's Practice 3

    2200 Bergquist Dr Ste 1

    Lackland AFB, TX 78236

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

    Dr. Dentchev's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679552145.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dentchev?

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

    What is Dr. Dimitar Dentchev's specialty?

    Dr. Dentchev is a Anesthesiologist near San Antonio, TX. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Dentchev to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Dimitar Dentchev affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dentchev is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Dimitar Dentchev accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Dimitar Dentchev is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dimitar Dentchev offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dentchev's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dimitar Dentchev?

    Please contact Dr. Dentchev's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Dimitar Dentchev have?

    Dr. Dimitar Dentchev is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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