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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kachhadia, Endocrinologist in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Palak Kachhadia, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Birmingham, AL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Kachhadia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kachhadia’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kachhadia’s office at (757) 923-9660.
What languages does Dr. Kachhadia speak?
Dr. Kachhadia and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kachhadia treat?
As a Endocrinologist, Dr. Kachhadia 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. Kachhadia. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Which procedures does Dr. Kachhadia perform as a Endocrinologist?
As a Endocrinologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Palak Kachhadia may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kachhadia's office.
Does Dr. Kachhadia accept my insurance?
Dr. Kachhadia accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 923-9660 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kachhadia accept in Birmingham, AL?
Dr. Kachhadia in Birmingham, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
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Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealthcare
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Kachhadia's office located?
What is Dr. Kachhadia's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kachhadia's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1003299389.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kachhadia?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kachhadia
What is Dr. Palak Kachhadia's specialty?
Dr. Kachhadia is a Endocrinologist near Birmingham, AL. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Kachhadia to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Palak Kachhadia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kachhadia is affiliated with Uab Hospital 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
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Is Palak Kachhadia accepting new patients in Birmingham, AL?
Yes, Dr. Palak Kachhadia is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Palak Kachhadia offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kachhadia's office at (757) 923-9660 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Palak Kachhadia?
Please contact Dr. Kachhadia's office at (757) 923-9660 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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