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Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj, MD

Pulmonologist, Specialist, Critical Care Internist

Aventura, FL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Bhardwaj, Pulmonologist in Aventura, FL?

    Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Aventura, FL. Dr. Bhardwaj graduated from University of Ibadan / College of Medicine and completed his residency at Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program. Dr. Bhardwaj is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhardwaj’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhardwaj’s office at (305) 932-2552.

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

    • Residency: Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai/St Luke's-Roosevelt Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: University of Ibadan / College of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bhardwaj speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bhardwaj 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. Bhardwaj. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

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

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Bhardwaj 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. Bhardwaj. 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 Lung Wash (BAL)
    • Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
    • Fluoroscopy
    • Bronchial lavage
    • BAL procedure
    • Lung washing
    • Flexible bronchoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage

    Does Dr. Bhardwaj accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bhardwaj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (305) 932-2552 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bhardwaj accept in Aventura, FL?

    Dr. Bhardwaj in Aventura, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Athena Health Care Systems

    • CareCentrix

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • TeamHealth

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Bhardwaj's office located?

    Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj's Primary Practice

    21355 E Dixie Hwy Ste 102

    Aventura, FL 33180

    (305) 932-2552

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

    Dr. Bhardwaj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164482782.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhardwaj?

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

    What is Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj's specialty?

    Dr. Bhardwaj is a Pulmonologist near Aventura, FL.

    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. Nikhil Bhardwaj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Bhardwaj is affiliated with Hca Florida Aventura Hospital, Hca Florida Mercy 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

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    Is Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj accepting new patients in Aventura, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bhardwaj's office at (305) 932-2552 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Nikhil Bhardwaj?

    Please contact Dr. Bhardwaj's office at (305) 932-2552 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Bhardwaj's office located?

    Dr. Bhardwaj's office is located in Aventura, FL.