VC
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chikkam, Hospitalist in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Vineela Chikkam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Dothan, AL. Dr. Chikkam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chikkam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chikkam’s office at (313) 745-4832.
What languages does Dr. Chikkam speak?
Dr. Chikkam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chikkam typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Chikkam 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. Chikkam. 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:
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Chikkam typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vineela Chikkam may include:
Please contact Dr. Chikkam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chikkam accept my insurance?
Dr. Chikkam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 745-4832 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chikkam accept in Dothan, AL?
Dr. Chikkam in Dothan, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chikkam's office located?
Dr. Vineela Chikkam's Primary Practice
1108 Ross Clark Cir
Dothan, AL 36301
(313) 745-4832
What is Dr. Chikkam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chikkam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144630054.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chikkam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chikkam
What is Dr. Vineela Chikkam's specialty?
Dr. Chikkam is a Hospitalist near Dothan, AL.
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. Vineela Chikkam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chikkam is affiliated with Emory Johns Creek 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vineela Chikkam accepting new patients in Dothan, AL?
Yes, Dr. Vineela Chikkam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vineela Chikkam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chikkam's office at (313) 745-4832 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vineela Chikkam?
Please contact Dr. Chikkam's office at (313) 745-4832 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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