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Who is Dr. Bhat, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Ramachandra Bhat, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Bhat is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhat’s office at (318) 626-0000.
What languages does Dr. Bhat speak?
Dr. Bhat and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bhat typically treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Bhat 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. Bhat. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Extremely Low Birth Weight Baby
- Birth Weight
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
- Baby born 1250-1499 grams
- ELBW newborn
- Micropremie
- Baby born 500-749 grams
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- ELBW baby
- Very low birth weight infant
- Micro-preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
- P0715: Other low birth weight newborn, 1250-1499 grams
- P0702: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 500-749 grams
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0703: Extremely low birth weight newborn, 750-999 grams
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant breathing difficulty
- Neonatal respiratory distress
- Baby lung distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P229: Respiratory distress of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Eating and Drinking Problems
- Unusual food cravings
- Difficulty swallowing
- Changes in appetite
ICD-10 Codes:
- R638: Other symptoms and signs concerning food and fluid intake
Also known as:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
Also known as:
- Premature Baby
- Premature Babies
- Preterm newborn
- Early birth
- Preemie
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0730: Preterm newborn, unspecified weeks of gestation
What procedures does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist like Dr. Bhat typically perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ramachandra Bhat may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhat accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Bhat's office located?
Dr. Ramachandra Bhat's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 626-0000
What is Dr. Bhat's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhat's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104059260.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhat?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhat
What is Dr. Ramachandra Bhat's specialty?
Dr. Bhat is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies.
Is this Dr. Ramachandra Bhat affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhat is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ramachandra Bhat accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Ramachandra Bhat is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramachandra Bhat offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (318) 626-0000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramachandra Bhat?
Please contact Dr. Bhat's office at (318) 626-0000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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