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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paladugu, Hospitalist in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Susmita Paladugu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Paladugu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paladugu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paladugu’s office at (484) 884-9677.
What languages does Dr. Paladugu speak?
Dr. Paladugu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Paladugu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Paladugu 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. Paladugu. 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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Paladugu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Susmita Paladugu may include:
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paladugu accept my insurance?
Dr. Paladugu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 884-9677 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paladugu accept in Bethlehem, PA?
Dr. Paladugu in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Paladugu's office located?
Dr. Susmita Paladugu's Primary Practice
2545 Schoenersville Rd
Bethlehem, PA 18017
(484) 884-9677
What is Dr. Paladugu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paladugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538392113.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paladugu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paladugu
What is Dr. Susmita Paladugu's specialty?
Dr. Paladugu is a Hospitalist near Bethlehem, 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. Susmita Paladugu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paladugu is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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
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Is Susmita Paladugu accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?
Yes, Dr. Susmita Paladugu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susmita Paladugu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (484) 884-9677 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susmita Paladugu?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (484) 884-9677 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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