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Who is Dr. Garshakurthi, Hospitalist in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Des Moines, IA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Garshakurthi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garshakurthi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garshakurthi’s office.
Is Dr. Garshakurthi board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garshakurthi speak?
Dr. Garshakurthi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Garshakurthi typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Garshakurthi 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. Garshakurthi. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Garshakurthi typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi may include:
Please contact Dr. Garshakurthi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garshakurthi accept my insurance?
Dr. Garshakurthi 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. Garshakurthi accept in Des Moines, IA?
Dr. Garshakurthi in Des Moines, IA 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 Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene Corporation
Community Partners (AZ)
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Garshakurthi's office located?
Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi's Primary Practice
1221 Pleasant St Ste 200
Des Moines, IA 50309
What is Dr. Garshakurthi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garshakurthi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417283714.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garshakurthi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garshakurthi
What is Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi's specialty?
Dr. Garshakurthi is a Hospitalist near Des Moines, IA.
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. Prashanth Garshakurthi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garshakurthi is affiliated with Unitypoint Health-Methodist West Hospital 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
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Is Prashanth Garshakurthi accepting new patients in Des Moines, IA?
Yes, Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garshakurthi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prashanth Garshakurthi?
Please contact Dr. Garshakurthi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi have?
Dr. Prashanth Garshakurthi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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