AU
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Uppu, Hospitalist in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Achuta Uppu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS. Dr. Uppu is currently affiliated with Stormont Vail Hospital. Dr. Uppu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uppu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uppu’s office at (785) 354-5242.
What languages does Dr. Uppu speak?
Dr. Uppu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Uppu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Uppu 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. Uppu. 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
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Uppu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Achuta Uppu may include:
Please contact Dr. Uppu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Uppu accept my insurance?
Dr. Uppu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (785) 354-5242 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Uppu accept in Topeka, KS?
Dr. Uppu in Topeka, KS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
American Postal Workers Union (APWU)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Kansas
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
State of Kansas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Uppu's office located?
What is Dr. Uppu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Uppu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124469812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uppu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Uppu
What is Dr. Achuta Uppu's specialty?
Dr. Uppu is a Hospitalist near Topeka, KS.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Achuta Uppu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Uppu is affiliated with Stormont Vail Hospital, The University Of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus 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 Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Hospitalist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Achuta Uppu accepting new patients in Topeka, KS?
Yes, Dr. Achuta Uppu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Achuta Uppu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Uppu's office at (785) 354-5242 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Achuta Uppu?
Please contact Dr. Uppu's office at (785) 354-5242 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Hospitalist Near Topeka, KS
SR
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Sumiran Racherla, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS with 1 additional practice location.
Topeka, KS
JA
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Jason Austin, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS.
Topeka, KS
FA
Hospitalist
Accepting patientsDr. Faisal Alruwaili, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Topeka, KS.
Topeka, KS