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Who is Dr. Akkinapally, Pediatrician in Norton, VA?
Dr. Smita Akkinapally, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Norton, VA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Akkinapally is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akkinapally’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akkinapally’s office.
What languages does Dr. Akkinapally speak?
Dr. Akkinapally and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akkinapally typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akkinapally 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. Akkinapally. 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:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Akkinapally typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Akkinapally 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. Akkinapally. 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:
- Closed Treatment of Finger or Thumb Fracture
- Phalangeal fracture treatment
- Broken finger treatment
- Thumb fracture care
CPT Codes:
- 26720: Closed treatment of phalangeal shaft fracture, proximal or middle phalanx, finger or thumb; without manipulation, each
Does Dr. Akkinapally accept my insurance?
Dr. Akkinapally 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. Akkinapally accept in Norton, VA?
Dr. Akkinapally in Norton, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Akkinapally's office located?
What is Dr. Akkinapally's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akkinapally's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205191350.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akkinapally?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akkinapally
What is Dr. Smita Akkinapally's specialty?
Dr. Akkinapally is a Pediatrician near Norton, VA.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Smita Akkinapally affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akkinapally is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Childrens Egleston Hospital, Childrens Scottish Rite Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Smita Akkinapally accepting new patients in Norton, VA?
Yes, Dr. Smita Akkinapally is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smita Akkinapally offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akkinapally's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smita Akkinapally?
Please contact Dr. Akkinapally's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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