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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nuguru, Critical Care Internist in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Shashank Nuguru, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Kennesaw, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Nuguru graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Saint Peter's University Hospital Program. Dr. Nuguru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nuguru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nuguru’s office at (317) 948-1310.
Where did Dr. Nuguru go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Saint Peter's University Hospital Program
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
What languages does Dr. Nuguru speak?
Dr. Nuguru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Nuguru treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Nuguru 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. Nuguru. 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Single Lung Nodule
- Lung Disease
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
Also known as:
- Chronic Cough
- Cough
- Persistent cough
- Long-lasting cough
- Ongoing cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R053: Chronic cough
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Findings on Scans of Other Specific Body Structures
- Unusual Scan Results (Other Body Parts)
- Atypical Imaging Findings (Other)
- Abnormal X-ray/MRI/CT (Other)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9389: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other specified body structures
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Nuguru perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shashank Nuguru may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nuguru's office.
Does Dr. Nuguru accept my insurance?
Dr. Nuguru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (317) 948-1310 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nuguru accept in Kennesaw, GA?
Dr. Nuguru in Kennesaw, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nuguru's office located?
Dr. Shashank Nuguru's Primary Practice
5150 Stilesboro Rd NW Ste 220
Kennesaw, GA 30152
(317) 948-1310
Dr. Shashank Nuguru's Practice 2
2518 Jimmy Lee Smith Pkwy
Hiram, GA 30141
(470) 644-7000
What is Dr. Nuguru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nuguru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285987552.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nuguru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nuguru
What is Dr. Shashank Nuguru's specialty?
Dr. Nuguru is a Critical Care Internist near Kennesaw, GA. 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. Contact Dr. Nuguru to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shashank Nuguru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nuguru is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Critical Care Internist?
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Is Shashank Nuguru accepting new patients in Kennesaw, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shashank Nuguru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shashank Nuguru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nuguru's office at (317) 948-1310 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shashank Nuguru?
Please contact Dr. Nuguru's office at (317) 948-1310 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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