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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Upadhyay, Critical Care Internist in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA. Dr. Upadhyay is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Upadhyay’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Upadhyay’s office at (217) 383-3110.
What languages does Dr. Upadhyay speak?
Dr. Upadhyay and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Upadhyay typically treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Upadhyay 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. Upadhyay. 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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Shock
- Circulatory Collapse
- Systemic Shock
- Unspecified Shock
ICD-10 Codes:
- R579: Shock, unspecified
What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Upadhyay typically perform?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Upadhyay performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Upadhyay. 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:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy with Airway Suctioning
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
- Therapeutic Bronchoscopy
- Airway Aspiration
- Lung Secretion Removal
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
- 31645: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with therapeutic aspiration of tracheobronchial tree, initial
Also known as:
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
- Central Line Placement
- CVC Insertion
- Temporary Central Line
- IV Access Catheter
CPT Codes:
- 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Upadhyay accept my insurance?
Dr. Upadhyay accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (217) 383-3110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Upadhyay accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Upadhyay in Scranton, PA 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Upadhyay's office located?
Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay's Primary Practice
1800 Mulberry St
Scranton, PA 18510
(217) 383-3110
What is Dr. Upadhyay's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Upadhyay's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245726892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Upadhyay?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Upadhyay
What is Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay's specialty?
Dr. Upadhyay is a Critical Care Internist near Scranton, PA.
What does a Critical Care Internist do?
An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.
Is this Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Upadhyay is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center 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 Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Riddhi Upadhyay accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Riddhi Upadhyay offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Upadhyay's office at (217) 383-3110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Riddhi Upadhyay?
Please contact Dr. Upadhyay's office at (217) 383-3110 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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