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Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala, MD

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Syamala, Family Medicine Specialist in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Syamala graduated from Guntur Medical College. Dr. Syamala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Syamala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Syamala’s office at (314) 947-5000.

    Where did Dr. Syamala go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Guntur Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Syamala speak?

    Dr. Syamala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Syamala treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Syamala 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. Syamala. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Loss of strength
    • Fatigue
    • Muscle fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R531: Weakness

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency
    • Acute Decompensated HFpEF
    • Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
    • Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified
    • I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    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:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    Also known as:

    • Dizziness
    • Dizziness and Vertigo
    • Lightheadedness
    • Giddiness
    • Vertigo

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R42: Dizziness and giddiness

    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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Which procedures does Dr. Syamala perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Syamala's office.

    Does Dr. Syamala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Syamala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 947-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Syamala accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Syamala in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Syamala's office located?

    Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala's Primary Practice

    10010 Kennerly Rd

    Saint Louis, MO 63128

    (314) 947-5000

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    Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala's Practice 2

    6420 Clayton Rd

    Richmond Hts, MO 63117

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    Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala's Practice 3

    100 Medical Plz

    O Fallon, MO 63367

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    What is Dr. Syamala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Syamala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164838017.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Syamala?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Syamala

    What is Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala's specialty?

    Dr. Syamala is a Family Medicine Specialist near Saint Louis, MO. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Syamala to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Syamala is affiliated with SSM Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Mercy Hospital South 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

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    Is Krishna Chaitany Syamala accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krishna Chaitany Syamala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Syamala's office at (314) 947-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krishna Chaitany Syamala?

    Please contact Dr. Syamala's office at (314) 947-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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