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Dr. Maheshwor Kafle, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kafle, Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Maheshwor Kafle, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ. He is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kafle is fluent in English, Hindi, Nepali, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kafle’s office at (602) 933-0777.

    Is Dr. Kafle board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Maheshwor Kafle, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Kafle speak?

    Dr. Kafle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Nepali

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Kafle treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kafle 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. Kafle. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified
    • K5909: Other constipation

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • RSV Bronchiolitis
    • Bronchial Disorder
    • Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
    • RSV lung infection
    • Viral bronchiolitis
    • Acute bronchiolitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus

    Also known as:

    • Severe Malnutrition
    • Malnutrition
    • Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
    • Starvation
    • Kwashiorkor
    • Marasmus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Epilepsy
    • Convulsions
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R569: Unspecified convulsions

    Also known as:

    • Dehydration
    • Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
    • Lack of Fluids
    • Fluid Loss
    • Body Water Depletion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E860: Dehydration

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Failure to Thrive in Children
    • Growth Disorder
    • Poor growth in children
    • Childhood growth problems
    • Infant growth failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R6251: Failure to thrive (child)

    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:

    • Blood Infection from Central Line
    • Central Line Associated Bloodstream Infection (CLABSI)
    • Catheter Sepsis
    • Central Venous Catheter Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T80211A: Bloodstream infection due to central venous catheter, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Kafle perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Maheshwor Kafle may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kafle's office.

    Does Dr. Kafle accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kafle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 933-0777 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kafle accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Kafle in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Banner Health

    • CalOptima

    • Inland Empire

    • Mercy Care Plan

    • Motor Club of America

    • Other Health Care Provider

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    Where is Dr. Kafle's office located?

    Dr. Maheshwor Kafle's Primary Practice

    1919 E Thomas Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85016

    (602) 933-0777

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    What is Dr. Kafle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kafle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477789675.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kafle?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kafle

    What is Dr. Maheshwor Kafle's specialty?

    Dr. Kafle is a Hospitalist near Phoenix, AZ. 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. Contact Dr. Kafle to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Maheshwor Kafle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kafle is affiliated with HonorHealth Scottsdale Shea Medical Center, Mercy Gilbert Medical Center, Yuma Regional Medical Center, Tucson Medical Center, Banner Casa Grande Medical Center, HonorHealth John C. Lincoln 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 Maheshwor Kafle accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Maheshwor Kafle is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Maheshwor Kafle offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kafle's office at (602) 933-0777 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Maheshwor Kafle?

    Please contact Dr. Kafle's office at (602) 933-0777 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Maheshwor Kafle have?

    Dr. Maheshwor Kafle is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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