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Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu, MD

Phoenix, AZ

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ganesh Babu, Hospitalist in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ganesh Babu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ganesh Babu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ganesh Babu’s office.

    Is Dr. Ganesh Babu board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ganesh Babu speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ganesh Babu typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ganesh Babu 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. Ganesh Babu. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ganesh Babu typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu may include:

    Please contact Dr. Ganesh Babu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Ganesh Babu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ganesh Babu 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. Ganesh Babu accept in Phoenix, AZ?

    Dr. Ganesh Babu 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

    • Capital Blue Cross

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mercy Care

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Ganesh Babu's office located?

    Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu's Primary Practice

    1111 E McDowell Rd

    Phoenix, AZ 85006

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    Banner Thunderbird Medical Center

    5555 W Thunderbird Rd

    Glendale, AZ 85306

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

    Dr. Ganesh Babu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366771347.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ganesh Babu?

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

    What is Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu's specialty?

    Dr. Ganesh Babu is a Hospitalist near Phoenix, AZ.

    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. Krithiga Ganesh Babu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ganesh Babu is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix, St. Joseph's Hospital And Medical Center - Phoenix, Az, Honorhealth Deer Valley 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

    When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Krithiga Ganesh Babu accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?

    Yes, Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ganesh Babu's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krithiga Ganesh Babu?

    Please contact Dr. Ganesh Babu's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu have?

    Dr. Krithiga Ganesh Babu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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