The 20 Best Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Doctors Near Me in clayton, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 514 doctor with experience in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) near clayton, MO. Of these, 437 are Experienced, 53 are Advanced, 23 are Distinguished and 1 are Elite.

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    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Medical Group - Pulmonology

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Francisco Quinones is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Quinones is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Emphysema, and Advanced Bronchoscopy. Dr. Quinones is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Quinones is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    6400 Clayton Road, Suite 110, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Nadeem Ahmed is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Ahmed is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 13 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Bullae, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Thrombectomy, and Stent Placement. Dr. Ahmed is board certified in Medical Education , Residency, Internal Medicine, Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Fellowship, Critical Care Medicine , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. Dr. Ahmed is currently accepting new patients.

    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Elite in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required
    330 First Capitol Drive, Suite 470, 
    St. Charles, MO 
     (12.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Thomas Siler is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Charles, Missouri. Dr. Siler is rated as an Elite provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Lung Metastases, and Neurosarcoidosis. Dr. Siler is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration .

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    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    4950 Childrens Pl, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Melvin Blanchard is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Blanchard is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Pain, Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), and Hypertension. Dr. Blanchard is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    Washington University

    660 S Euclid Ave, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Michael Holtzman is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Holtzman is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Asthma, Stridor, and Pneumonia.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 400, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Mark Krasnoff is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Krasnoff is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Colorectal Cancer, Familial Colorectal Cancer, and Endoscopy. Dr. Krasnoff is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Krasnoff is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Sleep Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Medical Group - Pulmonology

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Dani Tazbaz is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Sleep Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Tazbaz is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Emphysema, Obstructive Sleep Apnea, Bullae, and Lung Metastases. Dr. Tazbaz is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Sleep Medicine , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Tazbaz is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    St Louis Comp Neighborhood HLTH Ctr

    5471 Dr Martin Luther King Dr, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (3.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Spearman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Spearman is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Familial Hypertension, Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Spearman is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    Dedicated Missouri Holding LLC

    175 N Oaks Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Engel is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Engel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 1 other condition, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Asthma, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Empyema, and Sinusitis. Dr. Engel is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    23 N. Oaks Plaza, Suite 200, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Michael Spezia is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Spezia is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Myositis, Macrophagic Myofasciitis, Radiation Enteritis, and Endoscopy. Dr. Spezia is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Spezia is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    6500 Lansdowne Ave., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Russell Won is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Won is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 5 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Pulmonary Edema, and Heart Failure. Dr. Won is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. Dr. Won is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Family Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    2024 Dorsett Village, 
    Maryland Heights, MO 
     (7.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Timothy Jennings is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Maryland Heights, Missouri. Dr. Jennings is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Migraine, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Jennings is board certified in American Osteopathic Board Of Family Physicians , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Jennings is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Distinguished in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Medical Group

    12255 DePaul Drive, Suite 500, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (8.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients

    Praveena Uppal is a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Uppal is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 8 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Lung Metastases, Squamous Cell Lung Carcinoma, and Small Cell Lung Cancer (SCLC). Dr. Uppal is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Uppal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    Jianmei Liu MD LLC

    6400 Clayton Rd Ste 401, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Jianmei Liu is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Liu is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). She is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), Canavan Disease, Metachromatic Leukodystrophy, and Farber Lipogranulomatosis. Dr. Liu is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Intensive Care Medicine | Pulmonary Medicine
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Medical Group - Pulmonology

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 500, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Brad Petkovich is an Intensive Care Medicine specialist and a Pulmonary Medicine provider practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Petkovich is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 2 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Lung Metastases, Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD), Emphysema, and Interstitial Lung Disease. Dr. Petkovich is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine/Pulmonary Disease , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Critical Care Medicine . Dr. Petkovich is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 400, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Simeon Prager is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Prager is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Familial Hypertension. Dr. Prager is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Prager is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    SSM Health Medical Group

    1035 Bellevue Ave., Suite 400, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Jennifer Moore is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Moore is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). Her clinical expertise encompasses Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, and Type 2 Diabetes (T2D). Dr. Moore is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Moore is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Experienced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    6420 Clayton Road, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Farsi, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Moaddabi-Araghi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Moaddabi-Araghi is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Cough, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism. Dr. Moaddabi-Araghi is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Moaddabi-Araghi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    6400 Clayton Road, Suite 303, 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Polish
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Piotr Kulikowski is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Kulikowski is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 27 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Low Blood Pressure, Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Endoscopy, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Kulikowski is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , and Drug Enforcement Administration . Dr. Kulikowski is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine
    Advanced in Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)
    Internal Medicine

    Barnes-Jewish Hospital

    1 Barnes Jewish Hospital Plz, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (4.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Lawrence Brown is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Brown is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD). He is also highly rated in 24 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sickle Cell Disease, Morning Sickness, Pneumonia, and Delirium. Dr. Brown is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD)?

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is a common lung disease. Having COPD makes it hard to breathe.

    There are two main forms of COPD:

    • Chronic bronchitis, which involves a long-term cough with mucus
    • Emphysema, which involves damage to the lungs over time

    Most people with COPD have a combination of both conditions.

    Which doctors treat COPD?   

    Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease (COPD) is usually treated by a pulmonologist, a doctor who specializes in lung diseases. They help manage breathing issues and other symptoms. A primary care doctor also plays a role, especially in monitoring the condition and making sure medications are working. Other specialists may be involved, like respiratory therapists who teach breathing exercises, and sometimes a cardiologist because COPD can strain the heart. If the disease affects daily activities, physical therapists may help with exercise routines to improve strength and breathing. 

    What are the symptoms of COPD? 

    The main symptoms of COPD include: 

    • Shortness of breath 
    • Persistent cough that produces mucus  
    • Wheezing (a whistling sound when breathing) 
    • Frequent respiratory infections, like colds or bronchitis 
    • Chest tightness or discomfort 
    • Feeling very tired 
    • Trouble doing everyday activities like walking or climbing stairs 

    How is COPD diagnosed? 

    COPD is diagnosed with a test called spirometry. This test measures how much air a person can breathe in and out, and how quickly the air is exhaled. If the lungs are not moving air properly, it may indicate COPD. Doctors may also use chest X-rays or CT scans to check for lung damage. Blood tests can be used to measure oxygen levels or rule out other conditions, such as asthma or infections. Early diagnosis is important to begin treatment and help slow the progression of the disease. 

    How is COPD treated?  

    There is no cure for COPD, but treatments and lifestyle changes can help manage symptoms and improve quality of life. The most important thing is quitting smoking since smoking causes most cases of COPD and quitting can help slow down the disease. People with COPD usually use inhalers or bronchodilators to help open the airways and make breathing easier. For severe COPD, oxygen therapy may be needed if oxygen levels are low. Pulmonary rehabilitation, which includes exercises and breathing techniques to make the lungs stronger, can also help. 

    What is the life expectancy for someone with COPD? 

    Life expectancy for someone with COPD depends on how advanced the disease is. People with mild COPD can live many years if they stop smoking and follow their treatment plan. In more advanced cases, life expectancy may be shorter, but early diagnosis, regular care, and lifestyle changes can still make a big difference. Using oxygen, staying active, and managing symptoms well can help people with severe COPD live longer, healthier lives. 

    When should I see a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near clayton, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near clayton, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near clayton, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near clayton, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near clayton, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor near clayton, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctors near clayton, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find a Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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