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Accepting patients
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 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kachhadia is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kachhadia’s practice accepts Medicare 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 an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kachhadia typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Calcium
- Calcium
- Hypercalcemia
- Excess Calcium
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8352: Hypercalcemia
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Kachhadia typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Kachhadia's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Palak Kachhadia affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kachhadia is affiliated with Uab Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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 an Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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