Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakkera, Pulmonologist in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Little Rock, AR with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kakkera is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakkera’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakkera’s office at (870) 262-5546.
What languages does Dr. Kakkera speak?
Dr. Kakkera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kakkera typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Kakkera 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. Kakkera. 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
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Single Lung Nodule
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Lung Disease
- Lung Spot
- Pulmonary Nodule
- Spot on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Kakkera typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Kakkera's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kakkera accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakkera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (870) 262-5546 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakkera accept in Little Rock, AR?
Dr. Kakkera in Little Rock, AR 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kakkera's office located?
Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera's Primary Practice
1 Saint Vincent Cir Ste 210
Little Rock, AR 72205
(870) 262-5546
What is Dr. Kakkera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakkera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831445261.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakkera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakkera
What is Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera's specialty?
Dr. Kakkera is a Pulmonologist near Little Rock, AR.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakkera is affiliated with Chi St. Vincent Infirmary, Chi St. Vincent Hot Springs 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera accepting new patients in Little Rock, AR?
Yes, Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakkera's office at (870) 262-5546 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Krishna Siva Sai Kakkera?
Please contact Dr. Kakkera's office at (870) 262-5546 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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