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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thotakura, Hospitalist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thotakura is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thotakura’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thotakura’s office at (501) 686-8000.
What languages does Dr. Thotakura speak?
Dr. Thotakura and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thotakura treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Thotakura 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. Thotakura. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Which procedures does Dr. Thotakura perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thotakura's office.
Does Dr. Thotakura accept my insurance?
Dr. Thotakura accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (501) 686-8000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thotakura accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Thotakura in Little Rock, AR accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medica Advantage
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Arkansas
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thotakura's office located?
Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura's Primary Practice
4301 W Markham St
Little Rock, AR 72205
(501) 686-8000
What is Dr. Thotakura's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thotakura's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588807994.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thotakura?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thotakura
What is Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura's specialty?
Dr. Thotakura is a Hospitalist near Little Rock, AR. 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. Contact Dr. Thotakura to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thotakura is affiliated with Uams 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Ramakrishna Thotakura accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramakrishna Thotakura offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thotakura's office at (501) 686-8000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramakrishna Thotakura?
Please contact Dr. Thotakura's office at (501) 686-8000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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