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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Takla, Internist in Southbridge, MA?
Dr. Paul Takla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Southbridge, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Takla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Takla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Takla’s office at (508) 765-9771.
What languages does Dr. Takla speak?
Dr. Takla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Takla typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Takla 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. Takla. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Takla typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Paul Takla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Takla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Takla accept my insurance?
Dr. Takla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 765-9771 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Takla accept in Southbridge, MA?
Dr. Takla in Southbridge, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UMass Memorial Health Care
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Takla's office located?
What is Dr. Takla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Takla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285261859.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Takla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Takla
What is Dr. Paul Takla's specialty?
Dr. Takla is a Internist near Southbridge, MA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Paul Takla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Takla is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Holyoke Medical Center 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Paul Takla accepting new patients in Southbridge, MA?
Yes, Dr. Paul Takla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Paul Takla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Takla's office at (508) 765-9771 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Paul Takla?
Please contact Dr. Takla's office at (508) 765-9771 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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