William T. Pluss, MD, FCCP Make an Appointment Ask a Question Refer Patient William T. Pluss, MD, is a pulmonologist at National Jewish Health. Dr. Pluss is in the Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine. Inpatient Service Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care & Sleep Medicine 5280 Top Doctors 2021 (16 years) Previously a 5280 Top Doctor (16 years) America’s Top Doctors 2015 — Castle Connolly, Medical, Ltd. Recognized in America’s Top Doctors — Castle Connolly, Inc. Best Doctors in America® 2019-2020 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2020 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars 397 Patient Ratings 155 Patient Comments Overview Contact Info & Locations Patient Ratings & Comments Programs & Services Department of Medicine Division of Pulmonary, Critical Care and Sleep Medicine (Adult) Specialties & Conditions Asthma Chronic Cough Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease (COPD) Interstitial Lung Disease (ILD)/Pulmonary Fibrosis Lung Nodules Pleural Disease (Pleural Effusion and Pneumothoraces) News & Videos National Jewish Health Physicians Recognized for Excellence Education Education 1978 University of Colorado Denver, MD Residency 1980 - 1981 University of Colorado Denver, Internal Medicine 1978 - 1980 University of Utah, Internal Medicine Fellowship 1981 - 1983 University of Colorado Denver, Pulmonary Awards & Recognition 2015: Best Doctors in America, Best Doctors, Inc. Fellow of American College of Chest Physicians 5280 Denver's Top Doctors in 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 Board Certification Internal Medicine Pulmonary Medicine Hospital Affiliations Rose Medical CenterRose Surgical Center Academic Affiliations Associate Professor of Medicine Teaching & Professional Positions 1983-Present: Clinical faculty at Rose Medical Center Ask a Question through Patient Portal Sign in to your My National Jewish Health patient portal account to communicate with your care team, manage appointments, and more. Create an Account Contact Information Office: 877.225.5654Fax: 303.270.2194 Locations National Jewish Health Main Campus 1400 Jackson St. Denver, CO 80206 Patient Ratings The Patient Rating score is an average of all responses to care provider related questions on our independent rating system, the Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Survey. This survey is about the patient care experience and does not address crucial characteristics like medical decision-making, prescribing the best therapy, and patient outcomes. Responses are measured on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being the best score. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. Provider showed concern 4.9 Friendliness 4.9 Provider explained things clearly 4.9 Spoke using clear language 4.9 Amount of time spent with you 4.9 Provider included you in decisions 4.9 Confidence in your doctor 4.9 Likelihood of recommending this provider 4.9 Comments Comments are collected in our Press Ganey Patient Satisfaction Surveys. Patients are de-identified to protect confidentiality and patient privacy. Learn more about our patient satisfaction survey. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Dr. Pluss knows when to delve further into my questions, which I appreciate. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Dr Pluss is a top notch listener and then to comment which a greatly appreciate and value. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2021 Dr. Pluss was very congenial, experienced and knowledgeable in my care. He was realistic about setting my goals. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Felt like Dr. Pluss listened and did not rush the appointment National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Been going to Dr. Pluss before he joined National Jewish!!Good man and a great Doctor!!! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Pluss is a true professional. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Very good National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2021 Dr. Pluss is one of the best Drs. I have ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Very happy with my doctor, enjoyed new building. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 I have the utmost faith and confidence in Dr. Pluss. I trust him implicitly and feel extremely fortunate to have him as my care provider. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 I have seen a range of professionals during this journey. Dr. Pluss came across as genuine, thoughtful and kind. He is clearly extremely knowledgeable. show more National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 I have always had the greatest experience with Dr Pluss. He is the best doctor in the world. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr. Pluss is always attentive and explains what is going on - better than most doctors I have worked with. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Excellent doctor. I have been has patient for many years. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr Pluss is fabulous. He listens. He explains what's going on. He is very thorough. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 He seemed to care. Little frustrated we can't figure out what's wrong. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 My experience with Dr. W Pluss was spectacular. He was attentive, knowledgeable, compassionate and thorough. I appreciated the opportunity to meet with him and glean from his experience and expertise to formulate a plan to deal with my condition. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2021 Dr Pluss is one of the best doctors I have ever had. 5 Star Doctor National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 I hope Dr. Pluss gets a few extra credit points for his treatment of me. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr. Pluss was his usual best. He is kind, considerate and caring. I have full confidence in him and would have no hesitation in recommending him to family and friends National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Thoughtful, thorough, engaged, helpful, pleasant National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr Pluss is a very good listener and cares very much about my concerns. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 My care provider is outstanding in every respect. I have seldom had a care provider take as much time to explain all the tests and actually show me the results of the tests on the computer. I only wish every physician was as professional and compassionate as Dr.Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 NJH is fortunate to have Dr. Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2021 Dr Pluss was attentive and seemed concerned about why I was there. Took the time to explain to me what was going on. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr. Pluss is an exceptional physician. I've never felt rushed or like I've been an inconvenience. He is thorough and takes the time to answer any and all questions. He understands the issues you have and explains all aspects of the diagnosis and even makes you aware or any other issues that might be relevant to the course of treatment. His explanation of non pulmonary test results as they related to my issues was thorough and comforting. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr. Pluss is always wonderful!!! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr Pluss is AMAZING. I just gush about how great he is to everyone. I have a lot of specialists and HES the one I feel listens to me the most and is focused on trying to help me holistically and not accepting just okay as an answer. He takes all my concerns seriously and is trying to figure out why these things have happened to me to treat the root cause and not just manage the symptoms. Perfect doctor. Perfect visits. No complaints. I wish all my doctors were this positive National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Great people National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr Pluss is excellent National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr.Pluss is the best!! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr. Pluss is as good as can be as a provider. Sent follow up information and recommended a blood test that answered many important questions National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Very satisfied National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Exceptional care National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr. Pluss is one of the best doctors I have ever seen. In addition to being extremely knowledgeable, he is caring, listens to my concerns and discusses my treatment with me. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 Dr Pluss is the very best! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 *Dr. Pluss is an exceptional doctor and you're very lucky to have him on, staff. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2021 I have great confidence in Dr. Pluss. He was impressive. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Excellent care! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 A very good listener and fully explained the medical issues. He has me coming back for further testing and a followup. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Dr Pluss is an excellent physician. I have been under his care since 2012, always with good results. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Very, very knowlegeable! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2021 Pluss could not have been better. He is great! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Dr. Pluss is just about perfect. I feel safe in his care. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 *Dr. Pluss is the best listener of any dr. I've even had and I'm 90. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 excellent Doctor National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Provider all well prepared/informed about my condition. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Great care by all providers National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Dr. Pluss spent a lot of time with me. We discussed my respiratory needs and other aspects of my general health. He was extremely responsive and inclusive. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2021 Dr Pluss is very attentive and extremely knowledgeable. He sees problems on imaging that other specialists have missed. I trust him with my care implicitly. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Pluss represents the highest standards of medical practice. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 During the 5 years or so that I have been seeing Dr. Pluss, I have always had a very good experience. I always feel better after seeing him. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 I liked Dr. Pluss very much. He listens and is very thorough. I would highly recommend him. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 *Dr. Pluss (William) is wonderful - he takes the time to explain what I need to know and answers my questions thoroughly. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Pluss is a good listener and also asks pertinent questions National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 these must be the reasons contributing to why Dr. Pluss is always top rated and recommended by so many other docs National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Pluss is a God send to me...I'm so thankful that he is my physician! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Dr. Pluss is the best National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2021 Our communication, candor, respect and dialog have been, and continue to be excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr. Pluss is the best! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 Dr. Pluss is the most pro-active doctor I see. He is top-notch. I will always come to NJH as long as he is there. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 No proposed treatment was discussed. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2021 I am so impressed with the quality of care I receive from Dr. Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 very friendly; kind; knowledgeable and genuinely concerned! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 Dr. Pluss is always efficient, professional and personable. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 good experience National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 very kind and was not rushed and seemed genuinely concerned to help National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 Dr. Pluss is the best doctor I have ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 I always come with the a list of questions and Dr. Pluss ALWAYS answers my questions and never acts like he is in a hurry. He is awesome! National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 excellent National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 Dr. Pluss has great bedside manners. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2021 Dr Plus's is the best physician I have ever had National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Dr. Pluss has always been very courteous and willing to answer my questions, helpful in giving prognosis as much as he can. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Dr. Pluss is an outstanding physician and human being. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Very Good National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Always have good experience National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 The doctor followed up with a phone call later on some things that we had talked about. I was impressed that that was done. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 DR. PLUSS WAS SO KIND & IT WAS SUCH A JOY TO HAVE AN ACTUAL DOCTOR AGREE TO SEE ME AFTER [AN ACUTE ILLNESS]. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Dr. Pluss is the best doctor I have ever had, and I've had plenty. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 Dr. Pluss is great! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 An excellent listener - takes his time with you. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2021 good National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Pluss is fantastic! Takes his time,thoughtful, incredible fund of knowledge and easy going, professional manner. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Plus's amazing National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 He's the BEST! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Pluss treats me as a total patient not just an asthma patient. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Pluss is wonderful. Very caring and concerned. Recommend him totally. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Pluss was an unusually good listener for a doctor. He was also very interested in and accepting of my holistic medicine choices which doctors will often shame and belittle a patient. I usually dislike seeing doctors for this reason, but he was refreshingly different. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Always look forward to my visits with this GOOD Dr.!!! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 *Dr. Pluss is always attentive, informing & friendly. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 I was impressed with how thorough the doctor was and the amount of time he spent with me. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 Dr. Pluss always listens well, responds clearly and offersuseful information. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2021 I gave Dr Pluss Very Good ratings in all the areas. If there were a Outstanding rating I would give him that! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 I have been a patient for almost 30 years. He is the best. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 I've had very good experiences with Dr. Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 *Dr. Pluss has been awesome as my dr.! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Pluss is one of the best Drs. I have ever worked with. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr. Pluss is the BEST!! National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 Dr Pluss is always through and caring National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 he is wonderful National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2020 I was very impressed how much time Dr. Pluss spent with me on my first visit. He clearly laid out the plan for further diagnosis. I am confident he can help me. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr. Pluss is an excellent doc! Very easy to talk to. Never feels like he is in a hurry. No complaints here National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Dr Pluss is the very best doctor I have ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 he's the only one who has listened to me and got my [condition] under control as well as convinced me to get further help National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Please clone Dr. Pluss and his nurse National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Doctor Excellent National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 All of the above 5's exceed VERY good. - Care was EXCELLENCE PLUS. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 Like u said Pluss was great! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 DR. Pluss is wonderful and I would have no hesitation in recommending him to my family and friends National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2020 *Dr. Pluss was a good listener. Provided lots of pertinent info & explanations. Felt quite comfortable with his expertise. #7. Almost an hour. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr Pluss has been my doctor for several years, I trust him very much, he is always very thorough. I'm glad he is my doc! National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss was great, very responsive and thorough to figure out what was going on with me. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss has been my Doc for many years and is an excellent and caring person. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 There was zero room for improvement. Absolutely nothing could be done better. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 EXCELLENT THE WHOLE VISIT...A CALM CARING LOVING CONCERNED DR. THANKS National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 excellent care by Dr. Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss is an excellent doctor National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss took the time he needed to care for me. I appreciate that. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss is a great. My husband is hearing impaired and has mild cognitive impairement. He listens and speaks to him with respect National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 no wonder Dr. Pluss is so highly regarded. very thorough, attentive and answered all questions and concerns National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2020 Dr. Pluss is top notch. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 the doctor always explains everything and shows me on the X-ray what he is talking about. one of the few of my doctors who does National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 *Dr. Pluss spent a great deal of time with me. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Excellent MD National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 As I said my experience and treatment by Dr. William Pluss is and always has provided the highest quality of care. I have repeatedly recommended other people to Dr Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Pluss is a fantastic physician, my [PHI] condition is managed light years better under his care. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Pluss has been fabulous- he is kind, attentive, professional and highly knowledgeable. Due to the diligence of of Dr. Pluss, he has diagnosed and treated my issues. I am now finding an increased ability to actually enjoy my life. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Am Plussis my very favorite Doctor National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Each time I see Dr. Pluss I leave with a strong sense/feeling of well-being. I have such high respect for him; I wish he could be cloned! National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr Pluss is probably the best doctor I have ever been to National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 It is always a good experience. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2020 Dr. Pluss has great bedside manner National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 This was a thorough and knowledgeable examination that resulted in an ongoing treatment plan that I agreed with and can carry out. I was pleased with this appointment. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 *Dr. Pluss is great!! Sure you have heard that from many patients. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 I am completely happy having Dr. Wm Pluss as my doctor, National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr. Pluss is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr Pluss is an amazing doctor. He listens so well and truly cares about my health. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2020 Dr. Pluss listens and obviously cares about his patients. He is one of the best doctors I have ever had and I really appreciate his concern for my well-being. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Pluss does a great job for both me and NJH National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 I love Dr. PLuss National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr Pluss has earned my confidence. He takes his time, listens well and speaks clearly without talking down. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 excellent exp. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 good National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr Pluss is always excellent; very knowlegable and empathic. I have received excellent care National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 good very efficient National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. Pluss has outstanding communicative skills and talks to the level that I, as a layperson, found useful!! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 good National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 good experience National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 *Dr. Pluss is perhaps the most thorough and informative physician I have dealt with. He never seems rushed and always answers my questions. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2020 Dr. William Pluss is one of the best doctors I've ever had - he takes the time to explain things thoroughly and answer questions. I have the utmost confidence in him and have recommended him to several people. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 Doctors don't come any better than Dr. Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 I've seen my care provider since 2007 and have never been disappointed! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 [PHI]. *Dr. Pluss is the best doctor I have ever seen. I have been a patient of his for years and his care is always excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2020 i like dr. pluss National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2020 I am the patient's daughter and sat in on the zoom call during the appointment. My compliments to Dr. Pluss. I thought his questions were very relevant and helpful to ascertaining my [PHI mother's living situation and her current state of health. Dr. Pluss is always very concerned and interested in my mother's well being.