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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kalra, Hospitalist in Orange, CA?
Dr. Smita Kalra, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Orange, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Kalra is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kalra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kalra’s office.
Is Dr. Kalra board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Smita Kalra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kalra speak?
Dr. Kalra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kalra typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kalra 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. Kalra. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kalra typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Smita Kalra may include:
Please contact Dr. Kalra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kalra accept my insurance?
Dr. Kalra 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. Kalra accept in Orange, CA?
Dr. Kalra in Orange, CA 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 Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Humana
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kalra's office located?
What is Dr. Kalra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kalra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831330638.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kalra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kalra
What is Dr. Smita Kalra's specialty?
Dr. Kalra is a Hospitalist near Orange, CA.
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. Smita Kalra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kalra is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Providence Mission Hospital Mission Viejo 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 Smita Kalra accepting new patients in Orange, CA?
Yes, Dr. Smita Kalra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smita Kalra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kalra's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smita Kalra?
Please contact Dr. Kalra's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Smita Kalra have?
Dr. Smita Kalra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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101 The City Dr S
Orange, CA 92868