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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Unnikrishnan, Family Medicine Specialist in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stockbridge, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Unnikrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Unnikrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Unnikrishnan’s office at (678) 604-5901.
What languages does Dr. Unnikrishnan speak?
Dr. Unnikrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Unnikrishnan typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Unnikrishnan 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. Unnikrishnan. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Unnikrishnan typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Unnikrishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Unnikrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Unnikrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (678) 604-5901 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Unnikrishnan accept in Stockbridge, GA?
Dr. Unnikrishnan in Stockbridge, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Unnikrishnan's office located?
Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan's Primary Practice
1133 Eagles Landing Pkwy
Stockbridge, GA 30281
(678) 604-5901
What is Dr. Unnikrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Unnikrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932414521.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Unnikrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Unnikrishnan
What is Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Unnikrishnan is a Family Medicine Specialist near Stockbridge, GA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Unnikrishnan is affiliated with Piedmont Henry Hospital, Piedmont Walton Hospital, Southern Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Eastside Medical Center, Piedmont Athens Regional 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shanker Unnikrishnan accepting new patients in Stockbridge, GA?
Yes, Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanker Unnikrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Unnikrishnan's office at (678) 604-5901 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanker Unnikrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Unnikrishnan's office at (678) 604-5901 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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