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 2019 (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® 2018-2019 — Best Doctors, Inc. Recognized in Best Doctors in America® — Best Doctors, Inc. America’s Top Doctors 2019 — Castle Connolly Medical, Ltd. Email Profile Print Profile Patient Rating 4.9 out of 5 stars 274 Patient Ratings 100 Patient Comments × No Rating Available In order to provide the most accurate and useful information on our providers, we only post satisfaction data when a provider has received a minimum of 30 survey responses. 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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 Critical Care & Hospital Medicine at Rose Medical Center 4567 E 9th Ave, 1st Floor Denver, CO 80220 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 Spoke using clear language 4.9 Provider explained things clearly 4.9 Amount of time spent with you 4.9 Provider included you in decisions 4.9 Confidence in your doctor 5 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– June, 2019 *Dr. Pluss has always provided excellent care for me & my wife. We totally value the service he provides. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr. Pluss is excellent! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr.Pluss is an excellent caregiver. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr. Pluss is the most thorough physician I've ever had. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2019 Dr. Pluss is the best doctor ever!!! I am so lucky to have him as my doctor!!! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 Dr. Pluss is an excellent care provider. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2019 *Dr. Pluss is an outstanding doctor & pulmonologist. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 *Dr. Pluss ranks at the very top in my book! I highly recommend him and his terms at Nat'l Jewish. They saved my life! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 dr Pluss shared all [test results] directly with me on the screen. I appreciated how he compared past and present [PHI] to show me exactly what us happening. Helping me understand and need fir treatment and course of treatment. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 Respect, not rushed, concerns well taken care of National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2019 Dr Pluss is truly wonderful. show more National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2018 Dr Pruss saved my life. I think the world of him. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2018 Dr Pluss is a wonderful, caring doctor. He not only addresses my [PHI], he is interested in my overall health. I don't ever feel rushed if I have health concerns, although most visits are very quick. I will be extremely sad if he ever retires. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2018 Dr Pluss is the very best doctor I have had in my whole life! National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 Always a pleasure to see Dr. Pluss. I actually look forward to it. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 Excellent communication. Knowledgeable and caring, going above and beyond in taking care of my concerns and health needs. Feel so fortunate to be in his care. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 Dr. Pluss worked WITH me as a co-equal, in addition to his patient. in addition, he listens remarkably well, and shows care and attention to detail in his explanations. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2018 dr. Pluss is wonderful. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2018 Excellent Dr. He represents the best. You should be proud of him National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 I will always recommend him to all my friends that have health insurance other than [redacted] to see him! National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2018 The best. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 I have sent several people from AL to Bill Pluss. He also took care of my mother [at the end] of her life; he is exceptionally humane. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 *Dr. William Pluss is an excellent dr. who spends as much time as needed to explain things thoroughly to his patient. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 Excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 Excellent! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2018 Dr. Pluss is an excellent physician who told the time to explain clearly in detail my medical issue and the best approach for resolving this issue. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2018 I love my provider. He is the best. He hears me and values me as a person and a patient. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 Complete respect for Dr. Pluss. Wish all Dr.s were as patient and comprehensive as he is. Others could learn a lot from him! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 Dr Pluss is the very best. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 Very thorough. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 Only problem ever is the wait time. But the reason for it is that Dr. Pluss takes time with his patients and I am grateful for that. I don't mind the wait because I know he will take time with me. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 I voiced concern about leg cramp and it was suggested I try [treatment]. And his suggestion worked for me! No more leg cramps! National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 dr Pluss took time to discuss my meds and plan of action until my next appointment National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2018 I would recommend this provider more if the wait wasn't usually over 30 minutes National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2018 Dr. Pluess is caring, understanding and truly see's me as a patient but a friend. I like that! National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2018 I felt very comfortable speaking with the doctor. He was very patient & showed me my [test] on the computer, telling me what I was looking at/for. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2018 *Dr. Wm. Pluss has always taken time to thoroughly review, explain, & address my medical concern. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2018 Absolute best physician I've ever had... National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2018 I would recommend Dr. Pluss to everyone National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2018 Dr. Bill is the best! National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2018 I feel very lucky having Dr. Pluss as my doctor. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2018 Very good. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2018 I like my doctor very much I think he is the best doctor I've had *Dr. William Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 *Dr. Pluss was very good demeanor and is confident but comfortable to be with. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 Dr. Pluss combines outstanding interpersonal skills with exceptional skills as a physician. I have complete confidence in him and his advise. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2018 Dr. Pluss is an A+ Doctor that I have all the confidence and respect for. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 Excellent job by Dr.Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2017 Dr. Pluss is one of the best doctors I have ever had. He really listens to me, explains everything carefully, and always has helpful suggestions. He truly cares for his patients. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2017 *Dr. Pluss should give seminars on how physicians should treat patients. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2017 Continued excellent experience with Dr. Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2017 He is the BEST National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 The best of care! National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 Dr Pluss is outstanding the wait times not so much National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 He has been my doctor for[number] years. He is appreciated more than I can say. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 Everything was great! National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2017 Dr. Pluss is an "Excellent Doctor". National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2017 Dr. Pluss is an excellent Dr. I appreciate his being so thorough & on top of everything in my regatd. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2017 Excellent patient/doctor relationship. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 Appointment was productive National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2017 *Dr. William Pluss is one of the best doctors I've ever had he has taken very good care of me for a lots of years I hope I can keep him for the rest of my life. He is the best, no one can match him, and his good skills (as a doctor), I love my *Doctor Pluss. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2017 I highly recommend care from Dr. Pluss and his team. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2017 *Dr. Pluss is outstading. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2017 Dr Pluss is very caring and knowledgeable. It is just hard to get an appointment with him. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2017 I feel blessed to have William Pluss as my MD at National Jewish. I cannot say enough positive things about him - caring, knowledable, concerned with my overall heath, not just my reason for being at NJ. His manner and attention to detail is so very impressive. His way to encourage me to moniter some things that i have not been doing will help us have an even more productive appointment the next time. THANK YOU NJ AND WILLIAM PLUSS, MD National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2017 Dr. Pluss is outstanding! National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2017 Dr. Pluss is an excellent Dr. I am extremely pleased with him and my experience at Nat'l Jewish National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2017 Have already recommended him to others. National Jewish Health Patient– April, 2017 I just wish all the doctors I have dealt with were half as nice as *Dr. Pluss. He is terrific. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 dr Pluss has been extremely good with direction and empathy with this [CONDITION] diagnosis. he has also been very patient with our emotional frustrations. National Jewish Health Patient– March, 2017 Dr. Pluss is extremely concerned about your health problem and makes sure you understand and answers all of your questions, he is very patient. National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2017 Extraordinary experience! Dr. Pluss was so very thorough, patient and knowledgeable. I feel very fortunate to have met with him - wish we could "clone" him! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2017 would always recommend Dr. Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2017 Dr Pluss is an "A" doctor in my book. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 Dr Pluss is an excellent doctor and would recommend him any time National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 #1. Very good. #2. Good. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 I signed a form for a broncoscopy. after, thinking it over, I would like to discuss this a bit more. National Jewish Health Patient– December, 2016 the doctor told me that he might be referring me to a cardiologist. I guess I just want more answers but realistically know everything is being done to figure out what my problem is and resolving it. I know I could not get better care anywhere but since my appointment I have felt worse ands had more difficulty breathing and a higher pulse and all this frightens me . I am waiting for a call back from the doctor's office and know I will receive it today as promised. I am very grateful to be under the care of such an excellent physician and staff. I wish we had more of this kind of care everywhere for everyone. thank you! National Jewish Health Patient– November, 2016 Excellent physician. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2016 All experiences above are very good. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2016 Dr Pluss was great that is why I continue to see him. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2016 Dr. Pluss is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– October, 2016 Dr. William Pluss is the VERY Best doctor in my circle of doctors! Love him and the extra time he spends to make sure my health issues are addressed. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2016 Dr Pluss is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2016 I like *Dr. Pluss very much he my favorite doctor of all. National Jewish Health Patient– September, 2016 Don't know how it could be improved. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 Everything went well. National Jewish Health Patient– August, 2016 *Dr. Pluss is excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2016 *Dr. Wm. T. Pluss is the best of the best!!! National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2016 I feel blessed to be in the care of *William T. Pluss he is excellent and I appreciate his attentiveness to detail along with a most pleasant manner. National Jewish Health Patient– July, 2016 ON time very good. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2016 Dr. is excellent in all these areas. National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2016 Could not asked for a better MD than Dr. Pluss National Jewish Health Patient– June, 2016 I have felt very confident in the care I've rec'd at *Pluss office - Excellent attitudes & follow - through. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Dr Pluss always spends time and is attentive, probably why often a bit late making his next appointment National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Waited 3 months for this appointment....well worth the wait. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 Provider was excellent. National Jewish Health Patient– May, 2016 The provider is excellent but the wait is often very long and the check in process and vitals take too much time National Jewish Health Patient– February, 2016 Felt like I was the only person there, everyone treated me like I was "precious cargo". Love National Jewish, better than any other facility I have to attend. Thank you to each and every one of the staff, especially the nurses and most of all Dr. William Pluss! I'm his biggest fan! National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2016 I like this provider for the overall quality of care he provides, but he's always quite late for each appointment. National Jewish Health Patient– January, 2016 My doctor and his staff could not have been better with my care.