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Dr. Nisha Polavarapu, MD
Hackensack, NJ
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Polavarapu, Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Nisha Polavarapu, MD is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Hackensack, NJ with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Polavarapu is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polavarapu’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polavarapu’s office at (551) 996-5430.
What languages does Dr. Polavarapu speak?
Dr. Polavarapu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Polavarapu treat?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Polavarapu 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. Polavarapu. 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:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attack
- Acute Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma Exacerbation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4521: Mild intermittent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Left Ear Infection
- Ear Infection
- Left Middle Ear Infection
- Left Otitis Media
- Left Earache
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H66002: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, left ear
- H66001: Acute suppurative otitis media without spontaneous rupture of ear drum, right ear
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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Viral Infection
- Virus Infection
- Viral Illness
- Common Virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B349: Viral infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Polavarapu perform as a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nisha Polavarapu may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office.
Does Dr. Polavarapu accept my insurance?
Dr. Polavarapu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (551) 996-5430 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Polavarapu accept in Hackensack, NJ?
Dr. Polavarapu in Hackensack, NJ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CareSource
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Polavarapu's office located?
Dr. Nisha Polavarapu's Primary Practice
30 Prospect Ave
Hackensack, NJ 07601
(551) 996-5430
What is Dr. Polavarapu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Polavarapu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588084404.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polavarapu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polavarapu
What is Dr. Nisha Polavarapu's specialty?
Dr. Polavarapu is a Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist near Hackensack, NJ. A pediatrician with specialized qualifications in managing emergencies in infants and children, providing rapid, expert care for acute medical situations to ensure the best possible outcomes. Contact Dr. Polavarapu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nisha Polavarapu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Polavarapu is affiliated with Wellstar Kennestone Regional Medical Center, Arthur M. Blank Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nisha Polavarapu accepting new patients in Hackensack, NJ?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Polavarapu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Polavarapu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office at (551) 996-5430 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Polavarapu?
Please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office at (551) 996-5430 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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