Pulmonologists in Pinehurst, NC
Specialists in the lungs and breathing, from asthma to sleep apnea.
4 providers in Pinehurst
Finding a pulmonologist in Pinehurst, NC
Pinehurst is the Moore County anchor of the Sandhills, a market with one of the largest retirement-age patient populations in North Carolina. FirstHealth of the Carolinas operates the regional system from Moore Regional Hospital, and the surrounding area carries a dense concentration of specialty practices supporting older adults — cardiology, orthopedics, urology, ophthalmology, and behavioral health among them.
What does a pulmonologist do?
Pulmonologists are physicians who diagnose and manage conditions of the lungs and breathing: asthma that's hard to control, COPD, chronic cough, shortness of breath without a clear cause, abnormal chest imaging, and sleep-related breathing problems such as sleep apnea. Evaluation often includes breathing tests and, when needed, sleep studies.
The usual path is a referral from a primary-care provider after a breathing problem persists or needs specialist testing. Pulmonologists then manage the condition over time, adjusting the plan as things change.
When to see one, and how to choose
Consider asking about a pulmonology referral when breathing symptoms keep interrupting daily life: waking at night short of breath, a cough that has lasted months, or needing rescue medication more and more often. A clinician will decide whether testing or specialty management fits. ProviderQuoHealth shows credentials, accepted insurance, and accepting-new-patients status on every profile, and the guides below cover how specialty referrals work for military families and veterans in the Fort Bragg area.
Severe trouble breathing is an emergency: call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department for sudden or severe shortness of breath, blue lips, or chest pain. Don't search a directory.
Pulmonologists in Pinehurst, NC
Listings built from the public NPPES registry, refreshed May 2026.
Scott J. Johnson, MD
Scott J. Johnson, MD, is a pulmonologist serving the Pinehurst, NC area. He provides care for patients with respiratory conditions and related concerns.
FirstHealth Cardiology & Specialty Clinic-Pmc — Pulmonology
MCPC-18, LLC provides pulmonology services in Pinehurst, NC. The practice focuses on respiratory and lung health care for patients in the area.
Bradley Len Icard
Bradley Len Icard specializes in pulmonology and practices in Pinehurst, NC. He provides care focused on respiratory health and lung conditions.
Adam Richard Belanger, MD
Adam Richard Belanger, MD, is a pulmonologist based in Pinehurst, NC. He provides care for patients with respiratory and lung conditions. Dr. Belanger is available for consultations at his Pinehurst practice.
Frequently asked
How many pulmonologists are listed in Pinehurst, NC?
Our directory currently lists 4 pulmonologists in Pinehurst, NC. This count updates as new providers are approved, so the number reflects current inventory rather than a static snapshot.
Do these pulmonologists accept TRICARE or military insurance?
Medicare is the primary insurer for a large share of patients in the Pinehurst area. Most practices accept Medicare; supplemental and Medicare Advantage acceptance varies by plan. Confirm before booking.
What symptoms usually lead to a pulmonology referral?
Persistent cough, asthma that stays uncontrolled on usual treatment, shortness of breath without a clear cause, abnormal chest imaging, or suspected sleep apnea. A primary-care provider evaluates first and refers when specialist testing or management would help.
Do pulmonologists treat sleep apnea?
Many do; sleep-related breathing problems are part of the specialty, and evaluation may include a sleep study. A clinician will discuss which testing and treatment options fit your situation. This page is general education, not individual medical advice.
When is breathing trouble an emergency?
Sudden or severe shortness of breath, struggling to speak in full sentences, blue lips or face, or breathing trouble with chest pain. Call 911 or go to the nearest emergency department. Don't search a directory.
Using TRICARE near Fort Bragg?
Our guides cover finding civilian pulmonologists and other providers who accept TRICARE in the Pinehurst-area area, referrals, and setting up your PCM after a PCS.
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