Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chalwadi, Pediatric Pulmonologist in Shreveport, LA?
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 a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Chalwadi typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- 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
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Chronic Newborn Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Perinatal Chronic Respiratory Disease
- Long-term Lung Problems in Babies
- Persistent Newborn Breathing Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- P279: Unspecified chronic respiratory disease originating in the perinatal period
What procedures does a Pediatric Pulmonologist like Dr. Chalwadi typically perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Chalwadi performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Also known as:
- Swallowing Study (Videofluoroscopy)
- Dysphagia Tests
- Videofluoroscopic Swallowing Study (VFSS)
- Modified Barium Swallow (MBS)
- Dysphagia Evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92611: Motion fluoroscopic evaluation of swallowing function by cine or video recording
Also known as:
- Pulse Oximetry
- Oxygen Saturation Test
- Oximeter Reading
- Blood Oxygen Level Test
CPT Codes:
- 94760: Noninvasive ear or pulse oximetry for oxygen saturation; single determination
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 Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
UnitedHealth Group
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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
What hospitals are Dr. Chalwadi affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Chalwadi has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Chalwadi's NPI number?A 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