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Who is Dr. Hittalmani, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Shankar Hittalmani, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lancaster, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Hittalmani is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hittalmani’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hittalmani’s office at (818) 295-5920.
Is Dr. Hittalmani board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Hittalmani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Hittalmani speak?
Dr. Hittalmani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Hittalmani treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Hittalmani 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. Hittalmani. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- High Body Mass Index
- Excess Weight
- Weight Management Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6827: Body mass index [BMI] 27.0-27.9, adult
- Z6829: Body mass index [BMI] 29.0-29.9, adult
- Z6826: Body mass index [BMI] 26.0-26.9, adult
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Body Weight
- Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- High Body Mass Index
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Sudden Airway Spasm
- Bronchial Disorder
- Acute airway constriction
- Bronchial spasm
- Sudden narrowing of airways
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9801: Acute bronchospasm
Which procedures does Dr. Hittalmani perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shankar Hittalmani may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Hittalmani's office.
Does Dr. Hittalmani accept my insurance?
Dr. Hittalmani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 295-5920 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hittalmani accept in Lancaster, CA?
Dr. Hittalmani in Lancaster, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Hittalmani's office located?
Dr. Shankar Hittalmani's Primary Practice
43839 15th St W
Lancaster, CA 93534
(818) 295-5920
Dr. Shankar Hittalmani's Practice 3
191 S Buena Vista St Ste 150
Burbank, CA 91505
(818) 295-5920
What is Dr. Hittalmani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hittalmani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437210879.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hittalmani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hittalmani
What is Dr. Shankar Hittalmani's specialty?
Dr. Hittalmani is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Lancaster, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Hittalmani to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shankar Hittalmani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Hittalmani is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Panorama City Medical Center, Antelope Valley 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 Shankar Hittalmani accepting new patients in Lancaster, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Hittalmani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shankar Hittalmani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hittalmani's office at (818) 295-5920 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shankar Hittalmani?
Please contact Dr. Hittalmani's office at (818) 295-5920 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shankar Hittalmani have?
Dr. Shankar Hittalmani is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine and American Board of Internal Medicine.
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