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30 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Muskwe, Pulmonologist in Biloxi, MS?
Dr. Tinofa Muskwe, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Biloxi, MS with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 30 years and is board certified. Dr. Muskwe is fluent in English and German, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Muskwe’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muskwe’s office at (228) 207-1785.
Where did Dr. Muskwe go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Leipzig Med School
What languages does Dr. Muskwe speak?
Dr. Muskwe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
What conditions does Dr. Muskwe treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Muskwe 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. Muskwe. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Septic Shock
- Shock
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- Severe blood poisoning with shock
- Septic collapse
- Infection-induced shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- R6521: Severe sepsis with septic shock
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
Also known as:
- Cancer-Related Fluid in Abdomen
- Liver Disease
- Malignant ascites
- Cancerous abdominal fluid
- Peritoneal carcinomatosis with ascites
ICD-10 Codes:
- R180: Malignant ascites
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Respiratory Failure
- ARDS
- Adult Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Shock Lung
- Acute Lung Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- J80: Acute respiratory distress syndrome
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Muskwe perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tinofa Muskwe may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Muskwe's office.
Does Dr. Muskwe accept my insurance?
Dr. Muskwe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (228) 207-1785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Muskwe accept in Biloxi, MS?
Dr. Muskwe in Biloxi, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
FirstMerit Corporation
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Muskwe's office located?
What is Dr. Muskwe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Muskwe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902861156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muskwe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Muskwe
What is Dr. Tinofa Muskwe's specialty?
Dr. Muskwe is a Pulmonologist near Biloxi, MS. 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. Contact Dr. Muskwe to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tinofa Muskwe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Muskwe is affiliated with St. Elizabeth Community Hospital 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 Tinofa Muskwe accepting new patients in Biloxi, MS?
Yes, Dr. Tinofa Muskwe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tinofa Muskwe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Muskwe's office at (228) 207-1785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tinofa Muskwe?
Please contact Dr. Muskwe's office at (228) 207-1785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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