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Who is Dr. Akula, Hospitalist in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Nandakishore Akula, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sioux Falls, SD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Akula is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akula’s office at (817) 820-4906.
What languages does Dr. Akula speak?
Dr. Akula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akula treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Akula 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. Akula. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Acute Pancreatitis
- Pancreatitis
- Sudden Pancreas Inflammation
- Acute Pancreas Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8590: Acute pancreatitis without necrosis or infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
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:
- Fluid Overload
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Excess Fluid
- Water Retention
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8770: Fluid overload, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Which procedures does Dr. Akula perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Nandakishore Akula may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akula's office.
Does Dr. Akula accept my insurance?
Dr. Akula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 820-4906 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akula accept in Sioux Falls, SD?
Dr. Akula in Sioux Falls, SD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Medica
Medicare
MedStar Health
State of Tennessee
Wellmark BlueCross BlueShield
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Where is Dr. Akula's office located?
Dr. Nandakishore Akula's Primary Practice
1305 W 18th St
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
(817) 820-4906
What is Dr. Akula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1568714541.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akula
What is Dr. Nandakishore Akula's specialty?
Dr. Akula is a Hospitalist near Sioux Falls, SD. 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. Contact Dr. Akula to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nandakishore Akula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akula is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Sanford Usd Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Nandakishore Akula accepting new patients in Sioux Falls, SD?
Yes, Dr. Nandakishore Akula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nandakishore Akula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (817) 820-4906 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nandakishore Akula?
Please contact Dr. Akula's office at (817) 820-4906 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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