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Who is Dr. Akasapu, Internist in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Shanti Akasapu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Akasapu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akasapu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akasapu’s office at (504) 210-4472.
What languages does Dr. Akasapu speak?
Dr. Akasapu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Akasapu treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Akasapu 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. Akasapu. 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.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage from Other Disease
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Secondary Polyneuropathy
- Systemic Disease Neuropathy
- Nerve Damage from Underlying Condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- G63: Polyneuropathy in diseases classified elsewhere
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Other Administrative Medical Exams
- Miscellaneous administrative exams
- Various official health checks
- Other regulatory medical assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0289: Encounter for other administrative examinations
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Stimulant Dependence
- Drug Use and Addiction
- Stimulant Addiction
- Stimulant Drug Addiction
- Stimulant Use Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F1520: Other stimulant dependence, uncomplicated
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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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:
- Hardening of the Aorta
- Atherosclerosis
- Aortic artery hardening
- Aortic plaque buildup
- Aortic calcification
ICD-10 Codes:
- I700: Atherosclerosis of aorta
Which procedures does Dr. Akasapu perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Shanti Akasapu may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akasapu's office.
Does Dr. Akasapu accept my insurance?
Dr. Akasapu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 210-4472 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akasapu accept in New Orleans, LA?
Dr. Akasapu in New Orleans, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Humana
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akasapu's office located?
Dr. Shanti Akasapu's Primary Practice
3700 Saint Charles Ave Fl 4
New Orleans, LA 70115
(504) 210-4472
What is Dr. Akasapu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akasapu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912357005.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akasapu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akasapu
What is Dr. Shanti Akasapu's specialty?
Dr. Akasapu is a Internist near New Orleans, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Akasapu to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shanti Akasapu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akasapu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: St. Charles Parish Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Shanti Akasapu accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shanti Akasapu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanti Akasapu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akasapu's office at (504) 210-4472 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanti Akasapu?
Please contact Dr. Akasapu's office at (504) 210-4472 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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