23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Heddurshetti, Infectious Disease Specialist in Sterling Heights, MI?
Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Sterling Heights, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Heddurshetti graduated from Medical College Baroda and completed her residency at Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Heddurshetti is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Heddurshetti’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Heddurshetti’s office at (586) 446-8688.
Where did Dr. Heddurshetti go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Suny Hlth Sci Ctr Brooklyn, Infectious Diseases; Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Medical College Baroda
Is Dr. Heddurshetti board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Heddurshetti speak?
Dr. Heddurshetti and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Heddurshetti typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Heddurshetti 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. Heddurshetti. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right 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:
- 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 an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Heddurshetti typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Heddurshetti 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. Heddurshetti. 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:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Heddurshetti accept my insurance?
Dr. Heddurshetti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (586) 446-8688 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Heddurshetti accept in Sterling Heights, MI?
Dr. Heddurshetti in Sterling Heights, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Henry Ford Health System
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Heddurshetti's office located?
Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti's Primary Practice
43134 Dequindre Rd
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
(586) 446-8688
What is Dr. Heddurshetti's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Heddurshetti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811003247.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Heddurshetti?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Heddurshetti
What is Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti's specialty?
Dr. Heddurshetti is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Sterling Heights, MI.
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. Renuka Heddurshetti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Heddurshetti is affiliated with Corewell Health Beaumont Troy Hospital 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
When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Renuka Heddurshetti accepting new patients in Sterling Heights, MI?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Heddurshetti's office at (586) 446-8688 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renuka Heddurshetti?
Please contact Dr. Heddurshetti's office at (586) 446-8688 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti have?
Dr. Renuka Heddurshetti is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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