24 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bashar, Pulmonologist in New York, NY?
Dr. Mona Bashar, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New York, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Bashar is fluent in English, Chinese, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bashar’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bashar’s office at (212) 598-6516.
What languages does Dr. Bashar speak?
Dr. Bashar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bashar typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bashar 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. Bashar. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
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
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Bashar typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Mona Bashar may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Bashar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bashar accept my insurance?
Dr. Bashar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 598-6516 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bashar accept in New York, NY?
Dr. Bashar in New York, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
H & R Block
Medicaid
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bashar's office located?
What is Dr. Bashar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bashar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932172699.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bashar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bashar
What is Dr. Mona Bashar's specialty?
Dr. Bashar is a Pulmonologist near New York, NY.
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. Mona Bashar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bashar is affiliated with Nyu Langone Health - Tisch Hospital, Mount Sinai Queens 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mona Bashar accepting new patients in New York, NY?
Yes, Dr. Mona Bashar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mona Bashar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bashar's office at (212) 598-6516 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mona Bashar?
Please contact Dr. Bashar's office at (212) 598-6516 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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