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Dr. Amy Kocherla, MD

Riverdale, GA

38 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Kocherla, Internist in Riverdale, GA?

    Dr. Amy Kocherla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 38 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kocherla is fluent in English, Hindi, Persian, Telugu, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kocherla’s office at (770) 742-3883.

    Where did Dr. Kocherla go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Gandi Medical College, University Of Health Sciences

    Is Dr. Kocherla board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Kocherla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kocherla speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Persian

    • Telugu

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Kocherla treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Kocherla 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. Kocherla. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    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:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Body-Wide Inflammation (Non-Infectious, No Organ Damage)
    • SIRS without Organ Dysfunction
    • Non-Infectious Systemic Inflammation
    • Generalized Inflammation without Organ Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6510: Systemic inflammatory response syndrome (SIRS) of non-infectious origin without acute organ dysfunction

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Which procedures does Dr. Kocherla perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Amy Kocherla may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kocherla's office.

    Does Dr. Kocherla accept my insurance?

    Please contact Dr. Kocherla's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.

    Where is Dr. Kocherla's office located?

    Dr. Amy Kocherla's Primary Practice

    483 Upper Riverdale Rd SW

    Riverdale, GA 30274

    (770) 742-3883

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    Dr. Amy Kocherla's Practice 2

    535 Coliseum Dr

    Macon, GA 31217

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    Dr. Amy Kocherla's Practice 3

    705 Juniper St NE

    Atlanta, GA 30308

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

    Dr. Kocherla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831208743.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kocherla?

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

    What is Dr. Amy Kocherla's specialty?

    Dr. Kocherla is a Internist near Riverdale, GA.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kocherla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amy Kocherla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kocherla 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with 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 Amy Kocherla accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Amy Kocherla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amy Kocherla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kocherla's office at (770) 742-3883 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amy Kocherla?

    Please contact Dr. Kocherla's office at (770) 742-3883 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amy Kocherla have?

    Dr. Amy Kocherla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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