Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palepu, Hospitalist in State College, PA?
Dr. Rajendra Palepu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in State College, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Palepu graduated from Kasturba Medical College, India and completed his residency at Scranton-Temple Residency Program. Dr. Palepu is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palepu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palepu’s office at (570) 271-6144.
Where did Dr. Palepu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Scranton-Temple Residency Program | Wright Center for Graduate Medical Education | PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College, India | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
What languages does Dr. Palepu speak?
Dr. Palepu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Palepu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Palepu 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. Palepu. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Palepu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rajendra Palepu may include:
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Palepu accept my insurance?
Dr. Palepu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 271-6144 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palepu accept in State College, PA?
Dr. Palepu in State College, PA 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)
Humana
Medicare
New Era Life Insurance
State of Pennsylvania
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Palepu's office located?
Dr. Rajendra Palepu's Primary Practice
1800 E Park Ave
State College, PA 16803
(570) 271-6144
What is Dr. Palepu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palepu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154561314.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palepu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palepu
What is Dr. Rajendra Palepu's specialty?
Dr. Palepu is a Hospitalist near State College, PA.
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 this Dr. Rajendra Palepu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palepu is affiliated with Mount Nittany Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Geisinger-Lewistown Hospital 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
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Is Rajendra Palepu accepting new patients in State College, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rajendra Palepu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajendra Palepu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office at (570) 271-6144 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajendra Palepu?
Please contact Dr. Palepu's office at (570) 271-6144 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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