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 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 36 years. 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yella typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- 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:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Yella typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshmi Yella may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Yella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Oscar Health
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
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, Long Island Jewish Medical Center 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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