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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palepu, Family Medicine Specialist in Edwardsville, IL?
Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Edwardsville, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palepu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palepu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palepu’s office at (314) 208-6000.
What languages does Dr. Palepu speak?
Dr. Palepu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palepu typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palepu 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. Palepu. 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Palepu typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palepu accept my insurance?
Dr. Palepu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 208-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palepu accept in Edwardsville, IL?
Dr. Palepu in Edwardsville, IL 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medica Group
Medicare
State of Wisconsin
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Palepu's office located?
Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu's Primary Practice
3402 Anderson Healthcare Dr
Edwardsville, IL 62025
(314) 208-6000
What is Dr. Palepu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palepu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558673152.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palepu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palepu
What is Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu's specialty?
Dr. Palepu is a Family Medicine Specialist near Edwardsville, IL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palepu is affiliated with Froedtert West Bend Hospital, Anderson Hospital, Uw Health University Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu accepting new patients in Edwardsville, IL?
Yes, Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office at (314) 208-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sai Prashanth Babu Palepu?
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office at (314) 208-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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