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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vekaria, Hospitalist in Seneca, SC?
Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Seneca, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vekaria is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vekaria’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vekaria’s office at (864) 885-7758.
What languages does Dr. Vekaria speak?
Dr. Vekaria and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vekaria treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vekaria 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. Vekaria. 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:
- 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Vekaria perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vekaria's office.
Does Dr. Vekaria accept my insurance?
Dr. Vekaria accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (864) 885-7758 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vekaria accept in Seneca, SC?
Dr. Vekaria in Seneca, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Medicare
MIT Health Plans
OptumRx
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Vekaria's office located?
Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria's Primary Practice
298 Memorial Dr
Seneca, SC 29672
(864) 885-7758
What is Dr. Vekaria's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vekaria's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902301492.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vekaria?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vekaria
What is Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria's specialty?
Dr. Vekaria is a Hospitalist near Seneca, SC. 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. Vekaria to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vekaria is affiliated with Prisma Health Greenville Memorial Hospital, Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Pratikkumar Vekaria accepting new patients in Seneca, SC?
Yes, Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pratikkumar Vekaria offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vekaria's office at (864) 885-7758 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pratikkumar Vekaria?
Please contact Dr. Vekaria's office at (864) 885-7758 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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