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Dr. Jose Lira, MD

Pulmonologist

Chula Vista, CA

48 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Lira, Pulmonologist in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Jose Lira, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Chula Vista, CA. He has been practicing for over 48 years. Dr. Lira graduated from Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Elmhurst) Program. Dr. Lira is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lira’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lira’s office at (619) 482-7301.

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

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Elmhurst) Program

    • Medical School: Universidad Nacional Mayor De San Marcos | National Higher University of San Marcos / Academy of Human Medicine | Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos Facultad de Medicina San Fernando

    What languages does Dr. Lira speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lira typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Lira 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. Lira. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Bronchitis
    • Smoker's cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-term bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J410: Simple chronic bronchitis

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J42: Unspecified chronic bronchitis

    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:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Lira typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Jose Lira may include:

    Please contact Dr. Lira's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Lira accept my insurance?

    Dr. Lira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 482-7301 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Lira accept in Chula Vista, CA?

    Dr. Lira in Chula Vista, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Lira's office located?

    Dr. Jose Lira's Primary Practice

    841 Kuhn Dr

    Chula Vista, CA 91914

    (619) 482-7301

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

    Dr. Lira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356319446.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lira?

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

    What is Dr. Jose Lira's specialty?

    Dr. Lira is a Pulmonologist near Chula Vista, CA.

    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 Dr. Jose Lira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Lira is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Scripps Mercy Hospital San Diego, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Sharp Grossmont 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

    When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Jose Lira accepting new patients in Chula Vista, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Jose Lira is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jose Lira offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Lira's office at (619) 482-7301 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jose Lira?

    Please contact Dr. Lira's office at (619) 482-7301 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Lira's office located?

    Dr. Lira's office is located in Chula Vista, CA.