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Dr. Samakshi Krishna, MD

Federal Way, WA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishna, Internist in Federal Way, WA?

    Dr. Samakshi Krishna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Federal Way, WA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishna completed her residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishna is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishna’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishna’s office.

    Where did Dr. Krishna go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine

    Is Dr. Krishna board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Samakshi Krishna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krishna speak?

    Dr. Krishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Urdu

    What conditions does Dr. Krishna treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Krishna 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. Krishna. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    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

    Which procedures does Dr. Krishna perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Samakshi Krishna may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Krishna's office.

    Does Dr. Krishna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishna accept in Federal Way, WA?

    Dr. Krishna in Federal Way, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cambia (Regence)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • First Administrators

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krishna's office located?

    Dr. Samakshi Krishna's Primary Practice

    34515 9th Ave S

    Federal Way, WA 98003

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    Dr. Samakshi Krishna's Practice 2

    1717 S J St

    Tacoma, WA 98405

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    What is Dr. Krishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1255431664.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishna?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishna

    What is Dr. Samakshi Krishna's specialty?

    Dr. Krishna is a Internist near Federal Way, WA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Krishna to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Samakshi Krishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa 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 Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Samakshi Krishna accepting new patients in Federal Way, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Samakshi Krishna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Samakshi Krishna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishna's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Samakshi Krishna?

    Please contact Dr. Krishna's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Samakshi Krishna have?

    Dr. Samakshi Krishna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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