Pulmonologists Accepting CareFirst in New Mexico
5 verified pulmonologists in New Mexico accept CareFirst. Profiles cover focus areas including COPD & Emphysema, Interventional Pulmonology, and Pulmonary Critical Care. Common hospital affiliations include Unm Hospital, University of New Mexico Hospital, and UNM Sandoval.
Helen Busby, MD
Pulmonology
Albuquerque, NM9+ pubs
Akshu Balwan, MBBS
Pulmonology
Albuquerque, NM15+ years22+ pubs
Betty Chang, MD
Sr. Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, Professor of Internal Medicine, Pulmonary and Critical Care
Pulmonology
Albuquerque, NM30+ years17+ pubs
Akshay Sood, MD
Tenured Professor, Department of Internal Medicine, Divisions of Pulmonary, Critical Care Medicine, and Epidemiology; Assistant Dean of Mentoring and Faculty Retention; Miners' Colfax Medical Center Endowed Chair
Pulmonology
Albuquerque, NM30+ years65+ pubs
Sara Assaf, M.D.
Assistant Professor, Pulmonary and Critical Care
Pulmonology
Albuquerque, NM10+ years4+ pubs
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Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know these pulmonologists accept CareFirst?
Each profile on this page lists CareFirst among its accepted health plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.
What CareFirst plans do these pulmonologists accept?
Plan-level detail (PPO, HMO, EPO, Medicare Advantage, etc.) varies by specialists. Open a specific provider profile to see the exact CareFirst plans they've published as accepted.
What should I look for when picking a pulmonologist that takes CareFirst?
Start with clinical fit. Profiles on this page mention focus areas including COPD & Emphysema, Interventional Pulmonology, and Pulmonary Critical Care. Then verify the specific CareFirst plan you carry, compare credentials and affiliations, and check whether the profile mentions accepting new patients.
How do I narrow this list to my city?
Use the city links below to drill into a specific market — coverage and wait times vary by region even within the same state.