Who is Dr. Irakam, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Anitha Irakam, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Irakam graduated from Kilpauk Med College and completed her residency at Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine New York Methodist Hosp, Pediatrics.
Dr. Irakam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Irakam’s office at (800) 843-2384.
Where did Dr. Irakam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Long Island Jewish Med Ctr, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine New York Methodist Hosp, Pediatrics | Staten Island University Hospital Program
Medical School: Kilpauk Med College Dr M G R Med University Madras Tn India | Kilpauk Med College
Is Dr. Irakam board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Anitha Irakam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Irakam speak?
Dr. Irakam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Irakam treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Irakam 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. Irakam. 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:
Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
Lung Disease
Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
Infant breathing difficulty
Neonatal respiratory distress
Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Irakam perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Anitha Irakam may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Irakam's office.
Does Dr. Irakam accept my insurance?
Dr. Irakam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 843-2384 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Irakam accept in Newark, NJ?
Dr. Irakam in Newark, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
What is Dr. Irakam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Irakam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003849571.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Irakam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Irakam
What is Dr. Anitha Irakam's specialty?
Dr. Irakam is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Newark, NJ.
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Irakam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Anitha Irakam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Irakam is affiliated with Newark Beth Israel Medical Center 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
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Is Anitha Irakam accepting new patients in Newark, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Anitha Irakam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anitha Irakam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Irakam's office at (800) 843-2384 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anitha Irakam?
Please contact Dr. Irakam's office at (800) 843-2384 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anitha Irakam have?
Dr. Anitha Irakam is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
Other Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist Near Newark, NJ
Dr. Sarah Berman, DO is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified.
Dr. Eleanor Calma, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newark, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified.