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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kotakonda, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Shashank Kotakonda is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kotakonda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kotakonda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kotakonda’s office at (570) 808-7399.
What languages does Dr. Kotakonda speak?
Dr. Kotakonda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kotakonda typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kotakonda 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. Kotakonda. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kotakonda typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shashank Kotakonda may include:
Please contact Dr. Kotakonda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kotakonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Kotakonda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 808-7399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kotakonda accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Kotakonda in Wilkes Barre, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kotakonda's office located?
Dr. Shashank Kotakonda's Primary Practice
1000 E Mountain Dr
Wilkes Barre, PA 18711
(570) 808-7399
What is Dr. Kotakonda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kotakonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467892927.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kotakonda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kotakonda
What is Dr. Shashank Kotakonda's specialty?
Dr. Kotakonda is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, PA.
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. Shashank Kotakonda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kotakonda is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center 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 Shashank Kotakonda accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shashank Kotakonda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shashank Kotakonda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kotakonda's office at (570) 808-7399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shashank Kotakonda?
Please contact Dr. Kotakonda's office at (570) 808-7399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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