AP
22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Popli, Internist in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Alka Popli, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stamford, CT. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Popli graduated from University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences and completed her residency at NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Forest Hills Program. Dr. Popli is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Popli’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Popli’s office at (203) 276-1000.
Where did Dr. Popli go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at Forest Hills Program
Medical School: University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences | University of Port Harcourt College of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Popli board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Alka Popli, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Popli speak?
Dr. Popli and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Popli typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Popli 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. Popli. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Popli typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alka Popli may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Popli's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Popli accept my insurance?
Dr. Popli accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (203) 276-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Popli accept in Stamford, CT?
Dr. Popli in Stamford, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Medicare
State of Connecticut
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Popli's office located?
What is Dr. Popli's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Popli's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700970514.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Popli?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Popli
What is Dr. Alka Popli's specialty?
Dr. Popli is a Internist near Stamford, CT.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Alka Popli affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Popli is affiliated with Stamford Health 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 Alka Popli accepting new patients in Stamford, CT?
Yes, Dr. Alka Popli is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alka Popli offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Popli's office at (203) 276-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alka Popli?
Please contact Dr. Popli's office at (203) 276-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alka Popli have?
Dr. Alka Popli is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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