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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Somashekar, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Richland, WA?
Dr. Santhosh Somashekar, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Richland, WA. He is board certified. Dr. Somashekar is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, Malayalam, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somashekar’s practice accepts UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somashekar’s office at (509) 942-2644.
What languages does Dr. Somashekar speak?
Dr. Somashekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
Malayalam
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Somashekar treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Somashekar 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. Somashekar. 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:
- Low Birth Weight Baby
- Low Birth Weight Newborn
- Birth Weight
- LBW baby
- Small baby at birth
- Underweight newborn
- LBW newborn
- Small baby
- Baby born 2000-2499 grams
ICD-10 Codes:
- P0717: Other low birth weight newborn, 1750-1999 grams
- P0718: Other low birth weight newborn, 2000-2499 grams
What procedures does Dr. Somashekar perform?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Somashekar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Somashekar. 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:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Somashekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Somashekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (509) 942-2644 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somashekar accept in Richland, WA?
Dr. Somashekar in Richland, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cambia (Regence)
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
MedImpact
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Somashekar's office located?
Dr. Santhosh Somashekar's Primary Practice
888 Swift Blvd
Richland, WA 99352
(509) 942-2644
What is Dr. Somashekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somashekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356658959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somashekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somashekar
What is Dr. Santhosh Somashekar's specialty?
Dr. Somashekar is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Richland, WA. 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. Contact Dr. Somashekar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Santhosh Somashekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somashekar is affiliated with Piedmont Macon Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Santhosh Somashekar accepting new patients in Richland, WA?
Yes, Dr. Santhosh Somashekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santhosh Somashekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somashekar's office at (509) 942-2644 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santhosh Somashekar?
Please contact Dr. Somashekar's office at (509) 942-2644 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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