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Dr. Tista Thapa, MD

Monroe, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Thapa, Hospitalist in Monroe, LA?

    Dr. Tista Thapa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA. Dr. Thapa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thapa’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thapa’s office at (318) 966-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Thapa speak?

    Dr. Thapa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Thapa typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Thapa 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. Thapa. 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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    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:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Spinal Bone Infection of the Sacrum and Tailbone
    • Bone Infection
    • sacral osteomyelitis
    • tailbone bone infection
    • vertebral osteomyelitis sacral

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M4628: Osteomyelitis of vertebra, sacral and sacrococcygeal region

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • Unspecified Injury
    • General injury
    • Injury, unknown location
    • Trauma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Thapa typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Tista Thapa may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thapa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thapa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thapa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 966-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thapa accept in Monroe, LA?

    Dr. Thapa in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Independence Health Group

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Thapa's office located?

    Dr. Tista Thapa's Primary Practice

    309 Jackson St

    Monroe, LA 71201

    (318) 966-4000

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    What is Dr. Thapa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Thapa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396323366.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thapa?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thapa

    What is Dr. Tista Thapa's specialty?

    Dr. Thapa is a Hospitalist near Monroe, LA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Tista Thapa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Thapa is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. 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 Dr. Tista Thapa accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Tista Thapa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tista Thapa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thapa's office at (318) 966-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Tista Thapa?

    Please contact Dr. Thapa's office at (318) 966-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thapa's office located?

    Dr. Thapa's office is located in Monroe, LA.