19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakkappa, Hospitalist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Lakkappa is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakkappa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakkappa’s office at (470) 732-4022.
Is Dr. Lakkappa board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lakkappa speak?
Dr. Lakkappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lakkappa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Lakkappa 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. Lakkappa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Lakkappa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa may include:
Please contact Dr. Lakkappa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lakkappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakkappa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (470) 732-4022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakkappa accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Lakkappa in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Oscar Health
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Lakkappa's office located?
Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(470) 732-4022
What is Dr. Lakkappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakkappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477572618.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakkappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakkappa
What is Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa's specialty?
Dr. Lakkappa is a Hospitalist near Kennesaw, GA.
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 this Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakkappa is affiliated with Wellstar Cobb Medical Center, Wellstar Kennestone Regional 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
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Is Vijay Dev Lakkappa accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakkappa's office at (470) 732-4022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Dev Lakkappa?
Please contact Dr. Lakkappa's office at (470) 732-4022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa have?
Dr. Vijay Dev Lakkappa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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