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Dr. Jay Hendler, MD

Dr. Jay Hendler, MD

Pulmonologist, Critical Care Internist

Gastonia, NC

34 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Hendler, Pulmonologist in Gastonia, NC?

    Dr. Jay Hendler, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Gastonia, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Hendler completed his residency at Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pulmonary Diseases; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. He is a member of the ama, accp, and aasm. Dr. Hendler is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hendler’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hendler’s office at (980) 834-5864.

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

    • Fellowship: Albert Einstein/ Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Crit Care, NY, Bronx | Albert Einstein/ Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, PULM, NY, Bronx | Albert Einstein College of Med. Bronx | Montefiore Univ. Hospital

    • Residency: Montefiore M C-H&l Moses Div, Pulmonary Diseases; Bronx Municipal Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: New York Univ Sch of Med, New York Ny

    Is Dr. Hendler board certified as a Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Hendler, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001, American Board of Internal Medicine since 1989, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2000

    What languages does Dr. Hendler speak?

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

    • English

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hendler 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. Hendler. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Hendler 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. Hendler. 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:

    • Bronchoscopy with Brushing
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Image-Guided Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • Bronchial brushing
    • Lung scope with biopsy
    • Flexible bronchoscopy with brushing
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy
    • Navigational Bronchoscopy
    • Computer-Assisted Bronchoscopy
    • Advanced Lung Scope
    • Transbronchial Needle Biopsy
    • Lung Biopsy via Bronchoscope
    • Airway Examination with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 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
    • 31627: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with computer-assisted, image-guided navigation (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure[s])
    • 31629: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial needle aspiration biopsy(s), trachea, main stem and/or lobar bronchus(i)

    Also known as:

    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy and Ultrasound
    • Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Biopsy
    • EBUS Bronchoscopy
    • Endobronchial Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Lung Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Transbronchial Biopsy
    • Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
    • Lung Tissue Sample via Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31652: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with endobronchial ultrasound (EBUS) guided transtracheal and/or transbronchial sampling (eg, aspiration[s]/biopsy[ies]), one or two mediastinal and/or hilar lymph node stations or structures
    • 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe

    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)

    Does Dr. Hendler accept my insurance?

    Dr. Hendler accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (980) 834-5864 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Hendler accept in Gastonia, NC?

    Dr. Hendler in Gastonia, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Physicians Mutual Insurance Company

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Hendler's office located?

    Dr. Jay Hendler's Primary Practice

    660 Summit Crossing Pl Ste 301

    Gastonia, NC 28054

    (980) 834-5864

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    Dr. Jay Hendler's Practice 2

    934 Cox Rd

    Gastonia, NC 28054

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    Dr. Jay Hendler's Practice 3

    2525 Court Dr

    Gastonia, NC 28054

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    What hospitals are Dr. Hendler affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Hendler has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Piedmont Medical Center,Rock Hill, SC

    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    • Member of ama

    • Member of accp

    • Member of aasm

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

    Dr. Hendler's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467412171.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hendler?

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

    What is Dr. Jay Hendler's specialty?

    Dr. Hendler is a Pulmonologist near Gastonia, NC.

    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. Jay Hendler affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Hendler is affiliated with Caromont Regional Medical Center 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 Dr. Jay Hendler accepting new patients in Gastonia, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Jay Hendler is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Jay Hendler offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Hendler's office at (980) 834-5864 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Jay Hendler?

    Please contact Dr. Hendler's office at (980) 834-5864 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Hendler's office located?

    Dr. Hendler's office is located in Gastonia, NC.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Jay Hendler have?

    Dr. Jay Hendler is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.