GS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sikka, Critical Care Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gautam Sikka is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sikka is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sikka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sikka’s office at (718) 584-9000.
What languages does Dr. Sikka speak?
Dr. Sikka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Sikka treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Sikka 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. Sikka. 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:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Mitral Valve Prolapse
- Floppy mitral valve', 'Barlow's syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- I341: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) prolapse
Which procedures does Dr. Sikka perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gautam Sikka may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sikka's office.
Does Dr. Sikka accept my insurance?
Dr. Sikka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 584-9000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sikka accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Sikka in Houston, TX 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Medicare
Molina
SGS North America Inc
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sikka's office located?
Dr. Gautam Sikka's Practice 3
130 W Kingsbridge Rd # 7A-11
Bronx, NY 10468
(718) 584-9000
What is Dr. Sikka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sikka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710302187.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sikka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sikka
What is Dr. Gautam Sikka's specialty?
Dr. Sikka is a Critical Care Internist near Houston, TX. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Sikka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Gautam Sikka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sikka is affiliated with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Gautam Sikka accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Gautam Sikka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gautam Sikka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sikka's office at (718) 584-9000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gautam Sikka?
Please contact Dr. Sikka's office at (718) 584-9000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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