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Dr. Lakshmi Yella, MD

Dr. Lakshmi Yella, MD

Amityville, NY

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Yella, Pulmonologist in Amityville, NY?

    Dr. Lakshmi Yella, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Amityville, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Yella graduated from Guntur Medical College and completed her residency at Coney Island Hospital. Dr. Yella is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yella’s office at (631) 351-1144.

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

    • Residency: Coney Island Hospital | Coney Island Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Guntur Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Yella speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Yella treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Yella 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. Yella. 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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Snoring
    • Loud breathing during sleep
    • Noisy sleep
    • Obstructive snoring

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0683: Snoring

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    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:

    • Pulmonary Embolism
    • Blood clot in lung
    • Lung embolism
    • PE

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Does Dr. Yella accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (631) 351-1144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yella accept in Amityville, NY?

    Dr. Yella in Amityville, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Cascade Comprehensive Care

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • Service Employees International Union (SEIU)

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    Where is Dr. Yella's office located?

    Dr. Lakshmi Yella's Primary Practice

    317 Broadway Ste A

    Amityville, NY 11701

    (631) 351-1144

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    Dr. Lakshmi Yella's Practice 2

    120 New York Ave Ste 6W

    Huntington, NY 11743

    (631) 351-1144

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    Dr. Lakshmi Yella's Practice 3

    270 Park Ave

    Huntington, NY 11743

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

    Dr. Yella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750458089.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yella?

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

    What is Dr. Lakshmi Yella's specialty?

    Dr. Yella is a Pulmonologist near Amityville, NY. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Yella to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lakshmi Yella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Yella is affiliated with Good Samaritan University Hospital - West Islip, Ny 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

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    Is Lakshmi Yella accepting new patients in Amityville, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Yella is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakshmi Yella offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yella's office at (631) 351-1144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Yella?

    Please contact Dr. Yella's office at (631) 351-1144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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