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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lankala, Internist in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Shilpa Lankala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tucson, AZ. Dr. Lankala is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lankala’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lankala’s office at (520) 318-3435.
What languages does Dr. Lankala speak?
Dr. Lankala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lankala typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lankala 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. Lankala. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lankala typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Lankala 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. Lankala. 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:
- Total Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Total Knee Arthroplasty
- Knee Joint Replacement
- Full Knee Replacement
- TKA Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 27447: Arthroplasty, knee, condyle and plateau; medial AND lateral compartments with or without patella resurfacing (total knee arthroplasty)
Does Dr. Lankala accept my insurance?
Dr. Lankala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (520) 318-3435 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lankala accept in Tucson, AZ?
Dr. Lankala in Tucson, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Banner Health
Capital Blue Cross
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Mercy Care
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lankala's office located?
Dr. Shilpa Lankala's Primary Practice
7383 E Tanque Verde Rd
Tucson, AZ 85715
(520) 318-3435
What is Dr. Lankala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lankala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902114598.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lankala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lankala
What is Dr. Shilpa Lankala's specialty?
Dr. Lankala is a Internist near Tucson, AZ.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Shilpa Lankala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lankala is affiliated with Tucson Medical Center, Canyon Vista 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shilpa Lankala accepting new patients in Tucson, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Shilpa Lankala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shilpa Lankala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lankala's office at (520) 318-3435 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Lankala?
Please contact Dr. Lankala's office at (520) 318-3435 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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