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40 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Akula, Infectious Disease Specialist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Shiva Akula, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akula graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akula is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akula’s office at (504) 899-2376.
Where did Dr. Akula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Advocate Il Masonic Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | LSU HEALTH SCIENCES
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Akula board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shiva Akula, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akula speak?
Dr. Akula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Akula treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Akula 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. Akula. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Akula perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shiva Akula may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akula's office.
Does Dr. Akula accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Akula's office located?
Dr. Shiva Akula's Primary Practice
3600 Prytania St Ste 65
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 899-2376
Dr. Shiva Akula's Practice 2
1111 Medical Center Blvd Ste S340
Marrero, LA 70072
(504) 899-2376
What is Dr. Akula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679643639.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akula
What is Dr. Shiva Akula's specialty?
Dr. Akula is a Infectious Disease Specialist near New Orleans, LA.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Akula to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shiva Akula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akula 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Shiva Akula accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shiva Akula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shiva Akula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (504) 899-2376 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shiva Akula?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (504) 899-2376 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shiva Akula have?
Dr. Shiva Akula is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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