
Samuel H Friedman, MD
Pulmonary Critical CarePulmonology
Highlights
Age Groups Seen
- Adults
Languages
- English
Gender
MaleAbout Samuel H Friedman
Biography/ Philosophy of Care
Samuel H. Friedman M.D., is a pulmonologist and pulmonary critical care physician with Norton Pulmonary Specialists. Dr. Friedman earned his medical degree from Emory University School of Medicine, Atlanta, Georgia. He completed his residency in internal medicine and a fellowship in pulmonary and critical care medicine at the Medical University of South Carolina, Charleston.
Dr. Friedman believes that to have successful care, it is important to implement teamwork and always be transparent with his patients.
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Locations
- Norton Pulmonary Specialists
- 3430 Newburg Road, Suite 150, Louisville, KY 40218
- Get Directions
- phone: 502-559-5864
- Norton Pulmonary Specialists
- 100 West Market Street, Suite 2, Louisville, KY 40202
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- phone: 502-587-8000
- fax: 502-583-8001
Expertise
Education
- Fellowship: Medical University of South Carolina, Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine, 2024
- Residency: Medical University of South Carolina, Internal Medicine, 2020
- Medical Education: Emory University School of Medicine, Doctor of Medicine, 2017
Insurance
- Aetna
- Aetna Better Health
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Ambetter from MHS
- Ambetter from WellCare of Kentucky
- Anthem
- Anthem Indiana Medicaid
- Anthem MediBlue HMO/PPO
- Anthem Pathway
- Anthem Pathway Transition
- CareSource Indiana Medicaid
- CareSource Marketplace Kentucky and Indiana
- Cigna
- CorVel
- Coventry
- Encore
- Essence
- First Health Group Corp. (First Health)
- HealthSmart
- Hosparus
- Humana Medicaid
- Humana Medicare
- Indiana Health Network
- Indiana Medicaid
- Indiana Medicare
- Kentucky Medicaid
- Kentucky Medicare
- MDwise
- MHS
- Molina Healthcare
- MultiPlan
- Passport Health Plan Kentucky MCO
- Passport Marketplace
- Provider Net/OMCA
- Sagamore
- Signature Advantage
- SIHO
- TRICARE Humana Military
- United Healthcare
- United Healthcare Community Plan Indiana and Kentucky
- United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
- UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
- Veterans Affairs (VA)
- WellCare
- WellCare Medicare
- WellCare of Kentucky Medicaid (Kentucky MCO)
- Wellpath
- Workers’ Compensation
Ratings & Reviews
4.9 out of 5
171 ratings, 48 reviewsThe Patient Satisfaction Rating is an average of all responses to the care provider related questions shown below from our survey. Patients that are treated in outpatient or hospital environments may receive different surveys, and the volume of responses will vary by question.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/26/2026
Professional
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/17/2026
Dr. Friedman was very informative about interstitial lung disease and conveyed it in an unalarming way.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 2/6/2026
Nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/28/2026
He's a very kind, respectful, and thoroughly answered my questions. He even thanked me for undergoing pulmonary rehab. In doing so, I was able to get off oxygen supplement. Very pleased.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/25/2026
Thank you
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
DR Freedman was very nice and explained anything I asked him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
All my concerns were answered in a way I could understand.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/24/2026
Staff was very helpful and friendly.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/10/2026
Such a kind and patient doctor. Did not rush me, answered all my questions, put me at ease, and was very quick to follow-up on my test results via My Chart.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 1/8/2026
They took time and addressed all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/13/2025
Great service and quality care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 12/9/2025
Mr. Samuel Friedman is a wonderful Dr. He played a huge role in saving my life. Im very blessed to have him on my Drs team
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
Dr. Freedman was great. Happy that he is my doctor.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/29/2025
I was very pleased with this experience. Everyone had a smile and was friendly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 11/27/2025
Very helpful polite
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/18/2025
Dr Friedman is a top notch provider. He answers questions I've sent on MyChat promptly. He explains things to me clearly. Makes me feel heard and cared for. He's just great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/16/2025
Everything was great. Everyone was great.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/15/2025
Very satisfying
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/4/2025
Delightful and relieved anxiousness!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/3/2025
Dr Friedman was very professional and knowledgeable. I'd recommend him very highly. His staff was exceptionally pleasant.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 10/1/2025
He was very nice
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/16/2025
I had a good experience!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/10/2025
I like my doctor because he breaks everything down where I can understand it, very patient with me.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/8/2025
He was through.He listened to and addressed my questions and concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 9/3/2025
Very good experience.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/25/2025
This was my first visit with this provider. He was very informed about my medical problem. I could tell he had looked carefully at my MRI and CT scans and compared them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/20/2025
This office is characterized by kindness
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/19/2025
Excellent medical treatment, very professional.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 8/9/2025
Very attentive about my medical issues
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/29/2025
The Dr was very thorough and personable
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/28/2025
Very satisfied with this provider.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/13/2025
Professional, friendly and informative.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/12/2025
I told the staff clearly that I gave them 5's for every aspect of care
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/11/2025
He was very attentive and listened to me about my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 7/8/2025
Very pleasant Dr. listened to all my concerns.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Excellent provider explained everything in easy terms for my mother and gave us an opportunity to ask questions gave us his thoughts and set a follow up to ensure no progression of the condition. I would highly recommend him and his staff
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/28/2025
Very friendly and competent staff!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/25/2025
Dr Friedman is an excellent Dr and I feel very at ease coming to see him
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/15/2025
[...] I am very pleased with the care I received from Dr. Friedman. He quickly 'caught up' to my past care and present concerns. I felt as if he truly listened to me and was interested in what I had to say. I had a longer exchange with him than at any time with my previous pulmonologist. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/13/2025
He was very informative and professional and understanding of my health.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/5/2025
I have been to several pulmonologists over the years and am happy to have found Dr. Friedman! He is by far the best doctor I have seen since moving to Louisville last October. He is a very good listener and answered all my questions without hesitation.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 6/4/2025
Very thorough. Answered my questions clearly
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/30/2025
Sam satisfies me as my care giver and I'm a picky 71 year old. [...]
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/16/2025
My wife and I are very pleased with the services received from ALL Norton facilities. Coming from West Coast care and services, Y'all are the BEST!!!!!
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/15/2025
He's very good and knowledgeable knowledgeable about my condition and he seems to care and he really talks with me about it and explains everything he acts like he's really concerned
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/14/2025
This group is very caring., thorough and knowledgeable. [...] and Dr Friedman has helped me alot with my lung problems and helping me get better. These drs are yhe reason that I continue to come to this practice and telling everyone about them.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
He was prepared. It was my first visit but he had done his homework.
- 5 out of 5 starsReviewed on 5/13/2025
Very knowledgeable and helpful.