19 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Buchupalli, Infectious Disease Specialist in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Deepika Buchupalli, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Joliet, IL. She has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Buchupalli completed her residency at Presence Resurrection Medical Center Program. Dr. Buchupalli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Buchupalli’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Buchupalli’s office at (815) 726-1818.
Where did Dr. Buchupalli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Presence Resurrection Medical Center Program
Medical School: Thanjavur Medical College,Thanjavur,India
Is Dr. Buchupalli board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Buchupalli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Buchupalli speak?
Dr. Buchupalli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Buchupalli typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Buchupalli 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. Buchupalli. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Buchupalli typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deepika Buchupalli 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. Buchupalli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Buchupalli accept my insurance?
Dr. Buchupalli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 726-1818 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Buchupalli accept in Joliet, IL?
Dr. Buchupalli in Joliet, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Family Health Network
Group 1001
Humana
Intermountain Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Buchupalli's office located?
Dr. Deepika Buchupalli's Primary Practice
1051 Essington Rd Ste 210
Joliet, IL 60435
(815) 726-1818
What is Dr. Buchupalli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Buchupalli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306000484.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Buchupalli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Buchupalli
What is Dr. Deepika Buchupalli's specialty?
Dr. Buchupalli is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Joliet, IL.
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. Deepika Buchupalli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Buchupalli is affiliated with Silver Cross Hospital, Saint Joseph Medical Center - Joliet, Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Northwestern Medicine Mchenry Hospital, Banner Baywood Medical Center, Morris Hospital & Healthcare Centers 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Deepika Buchupalli accepting new patients in Joliet, IL?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Buchupalli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deepika Buchupalli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Buchupalli's office at (815) 726-1818 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deepika Buchupalli?
Please contact Dr. Buchupalli's office at (815) 726-1818 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deepika Buchupalli have?
Dr. Deepika Buchupalli is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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