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Who is Dr. Somayaji, Infectious Disease Specialist in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Bala Somayaji, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Somayaji graduated from Berhampur University and completed her residency at University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga Program. Dr. Somayaji is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somayaji’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somayaji’s office at (816) 799-0180.
Where did Dr. Somayaji go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Tennessee College of Medicine Chattanooga Program
Medical School: Berhampur University
Is Dr. Somayaji board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bala Somayaji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Somayaji speak?
Dr. Somayaji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Somayaji typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Somayaji 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. Somayaji. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
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:
- Cellulitis
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Somayaji typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bala Somayaji may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Somayaji's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Somayaji accept my insurance?
Dr. Somayaji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 799-0180 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somayaji accept in Kansas City, MO?
Dr. Somayaji in Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas City
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Somayaji's office located?
Dr. Bala Somayaji's Primary Practice
200 NE 54th St Unit 111
Kansas City, MO 64118
(816) 799-0180
What is Dr. Somayaji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somayaji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1407868268.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somayaji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somayaji
What is Dr. Bala Somayaji's specialty?
Dr. Somayaji is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Kansas City, MO.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Bala Somayaji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somayaji is affiliated with Saint Luke's South Hospital, St. Luke's Hospital - Chesterfield, Mo, Overland Park Regional Medical Center, Saint Luke's East Hospital, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bala Somayaji accepting new patients in Kansas City, MO?
Yes, Dr. Bala Somayaji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bala Somayaji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somayaji's office at (816) 799-0180 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bala Somayaji?
Please contact Dr. Somayaji's office at (816) 799-0180 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bala Somayaji have?
Dr. Bala Somayaji is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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