SC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Changappa, Hospitalist in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Sunny Changappa is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Charlotte, NC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Changappa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Changappa’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Changappa’s office.
Is Dr. Changappa board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Sunny Changappa is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Changappa speak?
Dr. Changappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Changappa typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Changappa 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. Changappa. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Changappa typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunny Changappa may include:
Please contact Dr. Changappa's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Changappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Changappa 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. Changappa accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Changappa in Charlotte, NC 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
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Changappa's office located?
What is Dr. Changappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Changappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033318704.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Changappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Changappa
What is Dr. Sunny Changappa's specialty?
Dr. Changappa is a Hospitalist near Charlotte, NC.
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. Sunny Changappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Changappa is affiliated with Frye Regional 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sunny Changappa accepting new patients in Charlotte, NC?
Yes, Dr. Sunny Changappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunny Changappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Changappa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunny Changappa?
Please contact Dr. Changappa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sunny Changappa have?
Dr. Sunny Changappa is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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