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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Teppara, Surgeon in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Nikhil Teppara, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Winston Salem, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Teppara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Teppara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Teppara’s office at (336) 716-6099.
What languages does Dr. Teppara speak?
Dr. Teppara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Teppara typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Teppara 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. Teppara. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Teppara typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Teppara performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Teppara. 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:
- Laparoscopic Intraperitoneal Catheter Insertion
- Laparoscopic Omental Tacking
- Tunneled Peritoneal Catheter Placement
- Laparoscopic Abdominal Catheter
- Peritoneal Dialysis Catheter Insertion
- Keyhole omentopexy
- Minimally invasive omental tacking
- Laparoscopic omentum fixation
CPT Codes:
- 49324: Laparoscopy, surgical; with insertion of tunneled intraperitoneal catheter
- 49326: Laparoscopy, surgical; with omentopexy (omental tacking procedure) (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Teppara accept my insurance?
Dr. Teppara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 716-6099 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Teppara accept in Winston Salem, NC?
Dr. Teppara in Winston Salem, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Teppara's office located?
Dr. Nikhil Teppara's Primary Practice
2915 Lyndhurst Ave
Winston Salem, NC 27103
(336) 716-6099
What is Dr. Teppara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Teppara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003042409.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Teppara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Teppara
What is Dr. Nikhil Teppara's specialty?
Dr. Teppara is a Surgeon near Winston Salem, NC.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Nikhil Teppara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Teppara is affiliated with Novant Health Forsyth Medical Center, Novant Health Medical Park Hospital, Novant Health Rowan Medical Center 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
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Is Nikhil Teppara accepting new patients in Winston Salem, NC?
Yes, Dr. Nikhil Teppara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nikhil Teppara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Teppara's office at (336) 716-6099 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Teppara?
Please contact Dr. Teppara's office at (336) 716-6099 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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