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Dr. Ajay Deshpande, MD
Pulmonologist
,Internist
,Primary Care Specialist (General Practitioner)
,Family Medicine Specialist
Terre Haute, IN
27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Deshpande, Pulmonologist in Terre Haute, IN?
Dr. Ajay Deshpande, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Terre Haute, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Deshpande completed his residency at Ny Medical College, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine. Dr. Deshpande is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshpande’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshpande’s office.
Where did Dr. Deshpande go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; Ny Medical College, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry
Is Dr. Deshpande board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Deshpande, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Deshpande speak?
Dr. Deshpande and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Deshpande typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande. 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.
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:
- 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:
- Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
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
Also known as:
- Chronic Bronchitis
- Smoker's cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-term bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J410: Simple chronic bronchitis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Deshpande typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande. 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.
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Bronchoscopy with Cell Washing
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Cell Sample
- Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Fluoroscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31622: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; diagnostic, with cell washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Laryngoscopy for Aspiration
- Direct Laryngoscopy
- Voice Box Exam for Aspiration
- Tracheoscopy for Aspiration
- Swallowing Study (Laryngoscopy)
CPT Codes:
- 31515: Laryngoscopy direct, with or without tracheoscopy; for aspiration
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy with Brushing
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
- Bronchial brushing
- Lung scope with biopsy
- Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
- 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
Does Dr. Deshpande accept my insurance?
Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande accept in Terre Haute, IN?
Dr. Deshpande in Terre Haute, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Deshpande's office located?
What is Dr. Deshpande's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deshpande's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629058680.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshpande?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deshpande
What is Dr. Ajay Deshpande's specialty?
Dr. Deshpande is a Pulmonologist near Terre Haute, IN.
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. Ajay Deshpande affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Deshpande is affiliated with Good Samaritan Hospital - Vincennes, In 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
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Is Ajay Deshpande accepting new patients in Terre Haute, IN?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Deshpande is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Deshpande offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Deshpande?
Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ajay Deshpande have?
Dr. Ajay Deshpande is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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