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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kasarala, Hospitalist in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. George Kasarala is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Elkhart, IN. He is board certified. Dr. Kasarala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kasarala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kasarala’s office at (252) 816-7316.
Is Dr. Kasarala board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. George Kasarala is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kasarala speak?
Dr. Kasarala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kasarala typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kasarala 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. Kasarala. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kasarala typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. George Kasarala may include:
Please contact Dr. Kasarala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kasarala accept my insurance?
Dr. Kasarala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (252) 816-7316 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kasarala accept in Elkhart, IN?
Dr. Kasarala in Elkhart, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kasarala's office located?
What is Dr. Kasarala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kasarala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952565731.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kasarala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kasarala
What is Dr. George Kasarala's specialty?
Dr. Kasarala is a Hospitalist near Elkhart, IN.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. George Kasarala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kasarala is affiliated with Unc Health Rex, Wakemed Raleigh Campus 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is George Kasarala accepting new patients in Elkhart, IN?
Yes, Dr. George Kasarala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. George Kasarala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kasarala's office at (252) 816-7316 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with George Kasarala?
Please contact Dr. Kasarala's office at (252) 816-7316 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. George Kasarala have?
Dr. George Kasarala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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