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Who is Dr. Sapkota, Hospitalist in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Saroj Sapkota, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sapkota is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sapkota’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sapkota’s office at (570) 703-7351.
What languages does Dr. Sapkota speak?
Dr. Sapkota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sapkota treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sapkota 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. Sapkota. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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 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
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Which procedures does Dr. Sapkota perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Saroj Sapkota may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sapkota's office.
Does Dr. Sapkota accept my insurance?
Dr. Sapkota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 703-7351 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sapkota accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Sapkota in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal Employee Program
Highmark Inc.
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Sapkota's office located?
What is Dr. Sapkota's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sapkota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073160636.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sapkota?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sapkota
What is Dr. Saroj Sapkota's specialty?
Dr. Sapkota is a Hospitalist near Scranton, PA. 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. Contact Dr. Sapkota to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Saroj Sapkota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sapkota is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Geisinger Community Medical Center. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Saroj Sapkota accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Saroj Sapkota is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Saroj Sapkota offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sapkota's office at (570) 703-7351 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Saroj Sapkota?
Please contact Dr. Sapkota's office at (570) 703-7351 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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