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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prudhvi, Critical Care Internist in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Tuscaloosa, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Prudhvi graduated from Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital Program. Dr. Prudhvi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prudhvi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prudhvi’s office at (205) 354-2100.
Where did Dr. Prudhvi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College
What languages does Dr. Prudhvi speak?
Dr. Prudhvi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Prudhvi typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Prudhvi 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. Prudhvi. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Breathing Failure with Insufficient Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9691: Respiratory failure, unspecified with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Prudhvi typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Prudhvi 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. Prudhvi. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Also known as:
- Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
- Emergency intubation
- Endotracheal tube placement
- Airway management (emergency)
CPT Codes:
- 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure
Also known as:
- Lung Fluid Drainage
- Pleural Fluid Aspiration
- Chest Fluid Removal
- Thoracic Paracentesis
CPT Codes:
- 32554: Thoracentesis, needle or catheter, aspiration of the pleural space; without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Chest Tube Insertion for Lung Fluid
- Pleural Effusion Drainage
- Percutaneous Pleural Drainage
- Chest Catheter Placement
CPT Codes:
- 32556: Pleural drainage, percutaneous, with insertion of indwelling catheter; without imaging guidance
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Prudhvi accept my insurance?
Dr. Prudhvi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (205) 354-2100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prudhvi accept in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Dr. Prudhvi in Tuscaloosa, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Prudhvi's office located?
Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi's Primary Practice
809 University Blvd E
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
(205) 354-2100
What is Dr. Prudhvi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prudhvi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710274626.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prudhvi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prudhvi
What is Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi's specialty?
Dr. Prudhvi is a Critical Care Internist near Tuscaloosa, AL.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prudhvi is affiliated with Brookwood Baptist Medical Center, Grandview Medical Center - Birmingham, Al 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 Kalyan Prudhvi accepting new patients in Tuscaloosa, AL?
Yes, Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalyan Prudhvi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prudhvi's office at (205) 354-2100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalyan Prudhvi?
Please contact Dr. Prudhvi's office at (205) 354-2100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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