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Dr. Manisha Prakash, MD

Hospitalist

Norwich, CT

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prakash, Hospitalist in Norwich, CT?

    Dr. Manisha Prakash, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Norwich, CT. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Prakash graduated from Seth G.S. Medical College. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (860) 889-8331.

    Where did Dr. Prakash go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Seth G S Med College University Of Mumbai Mumbai Maharashtra India | Seth G.S. Medical College

    Is Dr. Prakash board certified as a Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Manisha Prakash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Manisha Prakash may include:

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

    Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (860) 889-8331 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Norwich, CT?

    Dr. Prakash in Norwich, CT accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Point32Health

    • State of Connecticut

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?

    Dr. Manisha Prakash's Primary Practice

    326 Washington St

    Norwich, CT 06360

    (860) 889-8331

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

    Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831360775.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?

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

    What is Dr. Manisha Prakash's specialty?

    Dr. Prakash is a Hospitalist near Norwich, CT.

    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 Dr. Manisha Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with William W. Backus Hospital, Windham Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, The Hospital Of Central Connecticut - New Britain General Campus 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 Dr. Manisha Prakash accepting new patients in Norwich, CT?

    Yes, Dr. Manisha Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Manisha Prakash offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (860) 889-8331 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Manisha Prakash?

    Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (860) 889-8331 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?

    Dr. Prakash's office is located in Norwich, CT.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Manisha Prakash have?

    Dr. Manisha Prakash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.