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Dr. Hitesh Chheda
Baton Rouge, LA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chheda, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Hitesh Chheda is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baton Rouge, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chheda graduated from Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans. Dr. Chheda is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chheda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chheda’s office at (225) 374-1410.
Where did Dr. Chheda go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Louisiana State University School of Medicine, New Orleans
What languages does Dr. Chheda speak?
Dr. Chheda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chheda typically treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Chheda 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. Chheda. 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:
- Common Cold
- Head Cold
- Nasal Congestion
- Upper Respiratory Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Medical Check After Other Accident
- Post-injury medical exam
- Accident injury evaluation
- General accident checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z043: Encounter for examination and observation following other accident
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:
- 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:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Acute inflammation of bronchioles
ICD-10 Codes:
- J218: Acute bronchiolitis due to other specified organisms
What procedures does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Chheda typically perform?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hitesh Chheda may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Chheda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chheda accept my insurance?
Dr. Chheda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (225) 374-1410 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chheda accept in Baton Rouge, LA?
Dr. Chheda in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chheda's office located?
Dr. Hitesh Chheda's Primary Practice
8300 Constantin Blvd
Baton Rouge, LA 70809
(225) 374-1410
What is Dr. Chheda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chheda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881835866.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chheda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chheda
What is Dr. Hitesh Chheda's specialty?
Dr. Chheda is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Baton Rouge, LA.
What does a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes.
Is this Dr. Hitesh Chheda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chheda is affiliated with Renown Regional Medical Center, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, North Oaks Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, Terrebonne General Health System 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
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Is Hitesh Chheda accepting new patients in Baton Rouge, LA?
No, Dr. Hitesh Chheda is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hitesh Chheda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chheda's office at (225) 374-1410 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hitesh Chheda?
Please contact Dr. Chheda's office at (225) 374-1410 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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