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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chalwadi, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Chalwadi is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chalwadi’s practice accepts Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chalwadi’s office at (318) 626-0000.
What languages does Dr. Chalwadi speak?
Dr. Chalwadi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
What conditions does Dr. Chalwadi treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Chalwadi diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Chalwadi. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
- Bronchopulmonary Dysplasia (BPD)
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Bronchial Disorder
- Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Disease
- Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
- Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues
- Chronic Lung Disease of Infancy
- BPD in Newborns
- Baby Lung Development Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- P279: Unspecified chronic respiratory disease originating in the perinatal period
- P271: Bronchopulmonary dysplasia originating in the perinatal period
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Other Breathing Problems
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Unusual breathing patterns
- Abnormal respiration
- Breathing irregularities
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Laryngeal Spasm
- Throat Disorder
- Vocal cord spasm
- Throat spasm
- Laryngospasm
ICD-10 Codes:
- J385: Laryngeal spasm
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Having a Tracheostomy
- Tracheal Disorder
- Trach tube
- Tracheotomy
- Tracheal opening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z930: Tracheostomy status
Which procedures does Dr. Chalwadi perform as a Pediatric Pulmonologist?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chalwadi's office.
Does Dr. Chalwadi accept my insurance?
Dr. Chalwadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 626-0000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chalwadi accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Chalwadi in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal Employee Program
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chalwadi's office located?
Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 626-0000
Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi's Practice 2
1 Childrens Way # 512-17
Little Rock, AR 72202
(501) 364-3976
What is Dr. Chalwadi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chalwadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003320185.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chalwadi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chalwadi
What is Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi's specialty?
Dr. Chalwadi is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near Shreveport, LA. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Chalwadi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chalwadi is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Uday Kumar Chalwadi accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uday Kumar Chalwadi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chalwadi's office at (318) 626-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uday Kumar Chalwadi?
Please contact Dr. Chalwadi's office at (318) 626-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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