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Who is Dr. Yegappan, Hospitalist in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Yegappan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yegappan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yegappan’s office at (303) 307-2328.
What languages does Dr. Yegappan speak?
Dr. Yegappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Yegappan treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Yegappan 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. Yegappan. 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 Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Which procedures does Dr. Yegappan perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yegappan's office.
Does Dr. Yegappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Yegappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 307-2328 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Yegappan accept in Lakewood, CO?
Dr. Yegappan in Lakewood, CO 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
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Medicare
State of Tennessee
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Where is Dr. Yegappan's office located?
Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan's Primary Practice
11600 W 2nd Pl
Lakewood, CO 80228
(303) 307-2328
What is Dr. Yegappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Yegappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093001406.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yegappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yegappan
What is Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan's specialty?
Dr. Yegappan is a Hospitalist near Lakewood, CO. 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. Yegappan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Yegappan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Commonspirit - St. Anthony Hospital, Commonspirit - St. Anthony North 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Muthulakshmi Yegappan accepting new patients in Lakewood, CO?
Yes, Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muthulakshmi Yegappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Yegappan's office at (303) 307-2328 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muthulakshmi Yegappan?
Please contact Dr. Yegappan's office at (303) 307-2328 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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