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Dr. Viraj Dudhwala, MD

Hospitalist

Waukesha, WI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dudhwala, Hospitalist in Waukesha, WI?

    Dr. Viraj Dudhwala, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Waukesha, WI. He is board certified. Dr. Dudhwala graduated from Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program. Dr. Dudhwala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dudhwala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dudhwala’s office at (262) 928-5400.

    Where did Dr. Dudhwala go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Illinois College of Medicine at Chicago Program

    • Medical School: Gujarat Adani Institute of Medical Sciences

    Is Dr. Dudhwala board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Viraj Dudhwala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Dudhwala speak?

    Dr. Dudhwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Dudhwala typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dudhwala 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. Dudhwala. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Dudhwala typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Viraj Dudhwala may include:

    Please contact Dr. Dudhwala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Dudhwala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dudhwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (262) 928-5400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dudhwala accept in Waukesha, WI?

    Dr. Dudhwala in Waukesha, WI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Network Health

    • Quartz Health Solutions

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Dudhwala's office located?

    Prohealth Care Medical Associates Inc

    725 American Ave

    Waukesha, WI 53188

    (262) 928-5400

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    What is Dr. Dudhwala's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Dudhwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346413861.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dudhwala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dudhwala

    What is Dr. Viraj Dudhwala's specialty?

    Dr. Dudhwala is a Hospitalist near Waukesha, WI.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Viraj Dudhwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dudhwala is affiliated with Prohealth Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Prohealth Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Viraj Dudhwala accepting new patients in Waukesha, WI?

    Yes, Dr. Viraj Dudhwala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Viraj Dudhwala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dudhwala's office at (262) 928-5400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Viraj Dudhwala?

    Please contact Dr. Dudhwala's office at (262) 928-5400 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dudhwala's office located?

    Dr. Dudhwala's office is located in Waukesha, WI.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Viraj Dudhwala have?

    Dr. Viraj Dudhwala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.