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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kartha, Pulmonologist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Lakshmi Kartha, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY. Dr. Kartha is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kartha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kartha’s office at (502) 588-4710.
What languages does Dr. Kartha speak?
Dr. Kartha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kartha typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kartha 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. Kartha. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kartha typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshmi Kartha may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Kartha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kartha accept my insurance?
Dr. Kartha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 588-4710 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kartha accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Kartha in Louisville, KY 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kartha's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Kartha's Primary Practice
401 E Chestnut St Unit 610
Louisville, KY 40202
(502) 588-4710
What is Dr. Kartha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kartha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366732778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kartha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kartha
What is Dr. Lakshmi Kartha's specialty?
Dr. Kartha is a Pulmonologist near Louisville, KY.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Lakshmi Kartha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kartha is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Lakshmi Kartha accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Kartha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Kartha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kartha's office at (502) 588-4710 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Kartha?
Please contact Dr. Kartha's office at (502) 588-4710 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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