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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uppaluri, Pediatric Pulmonologist in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri, MD is a Pediatric Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in New Brunswick, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Uppaluri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uppaluri’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uppaluri’s office at (732) 235-5201.
What languages does Dr. Uppaluri speak?
Dr. Uppaluri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Uppaluri treat?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Uppaluri 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. Uppaluri. 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:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Mild Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Moderate Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Severe Asthma Attack (Status Asthmaticus)
- Severe Asthma Attack
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Mild Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Mild Asthma
- Acute Asthma Attack
- Moderate Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Moderate Asthma
- Asthma Emergency
- Prolonged Asthma Attack
- Status Asthmaticus
- Life-Threatening Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4531: Mild persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4541: Moderate persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J4532: Mild persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
- J4542: Moderate persistent asthma with status asthmaticus
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Lung Disease
- Lung Disease
- Various lung conditions
- Unspecified lung disorder
- Miscellaneous lung problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- J984: Other disorders of lung
What procedures does Dr. Uppaluri perform?
As a Pediatric Pulmonologist, Dr. Uppaluri performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Uppaluri. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Does Dr. Uppaluri accept my insurance?
Dr. Uppaluri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (732) 235-5201 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uppaluri accept in New Brunswick, NJ?
Dr. Uppaluri in New Brunswick, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Chevron
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of New Jersey
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Uppaluri's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri's Primary Practice
89 French St Fl 2
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
(732) 235-5201
Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri's Practice 2
1 Robert Wood Johnson Pl Ste 4
New Brunswick, NJ 08901
What is Dr. Uppaluri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uppaluri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1629198783.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uppaluri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uppaluri
What is Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri's specialty?
Dr. Uppaluri is a Pediatric Pulmonologist near New Brunswick, NJ. A pediatrician dedicated to preventing and treating respiratory diseases in infants, children, and young adults. This specialist possesses in-depth knowledge of lung growth and development, assesses respiratory function in young patients, and is experienced in various invasive and noninvasive diagnostic techniques. Contact Dr. Uppaluri to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uppaluri is affiliated with Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - New Brunswick, Hackensack Meridian Raritan Bay Medical Center, Atlantic Health Morristown 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 Lakshmi Uppaluri accepting new patients in New Brunswick, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Uppaluri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uppaluri's office at (732) 235-5201 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Uppaluri?
Please contact Dr. Uppaluri's office at (732) 235-5201 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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