Pulmonology

Steven Idell, MD

Chair, Department of Pulmonary Disease

Tyler, TX

Dr. Steven Idell is a pulmonologist with over 45 years of experience specializing in pulmonary and critical care medicine, focusing on complex respiratory conditions such as pulmonary fibrosis and pleural injury. He has treated a broad patient population in Tyler, Texas, including those with severe lung scarring and pleural diseases, often refractory to standard therapies like nintedanib and pirfenidone, which are limited by gastrointestinal side effects. As a clinician, Dr. Idell served for ove

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Credentials

Education & Training

Medical School: Temple University (MD, 1977)

Years in Practice

45+ years

Peer Recognition

Healthgrades — Healthgrades Honor Roll

Clinical Focus

Subspecialties

Interstitial Lung Disease

Conditions & Treatments

Cystic FibrosisInterstitial Lung DiseasePulmonary Fibrosis

Insurance(s) Accepted

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Practice Details

Hospital Affiliations

Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas
UT Tyler Health Science Center

Languages

English

Conditions Dr. Idell treats

Insurance accepted

Frequently asked

Does Dr. Idell accept Blue Cross Blue Shield insurance?

Steven Idell's public profile lists Blue Cross Blue Shield, CareFirst, and Cigna as accepted plans. Plan participation can change — confirm directly with the practice before your visit.

Where does Dr. Idell practice?

Steven Idell practices in Tyler, TX with hospital affiliations including Dell Seton Medical Center at The University of Texas and UT Tyler Health Science Center.

What does Dr. Idell specialize in?

Steven Idell is a board-certified pulmonology specialist with focus areas in Interstitial Lung Disease.

How long has Dr. Idell been practicing?

Steven Idell has 49+ years of clinical experience in pulmonology.

What is Dr. Idell's medical training?

Public profile training history includes: Medical School: Temple University (MD, 1977).