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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Nimmana, Hospitalist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Bala Nimmana, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. Dr. Nimmana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nimmana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nimmana’s office at (256) 265-3880.
What languages does Dr. Nimmana speak?
Dr. Nimmana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Nimmana typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Nimmana 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. Nimmana. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
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:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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. Nimmana typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Bala Nimmana may include:
Please contact Dr. Nimmana's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nimmana accept my insurance?
Dr. Nimmana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-3880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nimmana accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Nimmana in Huntsville, 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
SeniorSelect Partners LLC (AL)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nimmana's office located?
What is Dr. Nimmana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nimmana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538509856.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nimmana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nimmana
What is Dr. Bala Nimmana's specialty?
Dr. Nimmana is a Hospitalist near Huntsville, 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. Bala Nimmana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nimmana is affiliated with Huntsville 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 Bala Nimmana accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Bala Nimmana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bala Nimmana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nimmana's office at (256) 265-3880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bala Nimmana?
Please contact Dr. Nimmana's office at (256) 265-3880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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