Dr. Umakanth Katwa, MD
Boston, MA
24 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Katwa, Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist in Boston, MA?
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Katwa?
Dr. Umakanth Katwa, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Katwa empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Lung Disease, Sleep Disorders/Apnea, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Boston, MA community, Dr. Katwa is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Katwa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Pediatric Pulmonology - Boston Children's Hospital/Harvard Medical School - Boston, MA | Sleep Medicine - Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center/Harvard Medical School - Boston, MA | Boston Children's Hospital, Fellow:Pediatric Pulmonology | Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Fellow:Sports Medicine
Residency: All India Institute of Medical Sciences | Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center
Medical School: Karnatak Medical College, Karnatak University
Is Dr. Katwa board certified as a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Umakanth Katwa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Dermatology
What languages does Dr. Katwa speak?
Dr. Katwa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Hindi
- Spanish
What conditions does a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist like Dr. Katwa typically treat?
As a Pediatric Sleep Medicine Specialist, Dr. Katwa 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. Katwa. 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
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Sleep Disorder
- Periodic Limb Movement Disorder
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Problem
- Sleep Disturbance
- Trouble Sleeping
- PLMD
- Leg Jerks During Sleep
- Sleep-Related Leg Movements
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G479: Sleep disorder, unspecified
- G4761: Periodic limb movement disorder
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Respiratory Failure
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Does Dr. Katwa accept my insurance?
Dr. Katwa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (617) 355-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Katwa accept in Boston, MA?
Dr. Katwa in Boston, MA 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 Massachusetts
BMC Health System
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Federal government of the United States
Mass General Brigham
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Katwa's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Katwa affiliated with?
Dr. Katwa has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Awards
Best Graduating Pediatric Resident, Lincoln Hospital Weil Cornell, 2005
What is Dr. Katwa's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Katwa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992737423.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Katwa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Katwa