Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shulzhenko, Pulmonologist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. She is board certified. Dr. Shulzhenko graduated from OMSK Kalinin State Medical School and completed her residency at Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital. Dr. Shulzhenko is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shulzhenko’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shulzhenko’s office at (520) 742-9000.
Where did Dr. Shulzhenko go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Louis A Weiss Memorial Hospital | University of Illinois At Chicago / College of Medicine
Medical School: OMSK Kalinin State Medical School
Is Dr. Shulzhenko board certified as a Pulmonologist?
Yes, Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shulzhenko speak?
Dr. Shulzhenko and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shulzhenko typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shulzhenko 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. Shulzhenko. 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:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shulzhenko typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Shulzhenko's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shulzhenko accept my insurance?
Dr. Shulzhenko accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 742-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shulzhenko accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Shulzhenko in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shulzhenko's office located?
Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko's Primary Practice
6200 N La Cholla Blvd
Tucson, AZ 85741
(520) 742-9000
What is Dr. Shulzhenko's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shulzhenko's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477512838.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shulzhenko?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shulzhenko
What is Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko's specialty?
Dr. Shulzhenko is a Pulmonologist near Tucson, AZ.
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. Oksana Shulzhenko affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shulzhenko is affiliated with Uk King's Daughters Medical Center, Northwest Medical Center - Tucson, Az 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 Oksana Shulzhenko accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shulzhenko's office at (520) 742-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Oksana Shulzhenko?
Please contact Dr. Shulzhenko's office at (520) 742-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko have?
Dr. Oksana Shulzhenko is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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