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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vachhani, Hospitalist in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Wilkes Barre, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Vachhani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vachhani’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vachhani’s office at (570) 552-4450.
What languages does Dr. Vachhani speak?
Dr. Vachhani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vachhani treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vachhani 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. Vachhani. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
Which procedures does Dr. Vachhani perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vachhani's office.
Does Dr. Vachhani accept my insurance?
Dr. Vachhani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (570) 552-4450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vachhani accept in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Dr. Vachhani in Wilkes Barre, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
Highmark Inc.
Humana
Medicare
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Vachhani's office located?
Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani's Primary Practice
575 N River St
Wilkes Barre, PA 18764
(570) 552-4450
What is Dr. Vachhani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vachhani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558867689.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vachhani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vachhani
What is Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani's specialty?
Dr. Vachhani is a Hospitalist near Wilkes Barre, 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. Vachhani to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vachhani is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Akshaykumar Vachhani accepting new patients in Wilkes Barre, PA?
Yes, Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akshaykumar Vachhani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vachhani's office at (570) 552-4450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akshaykumar Vachhani?
Please contact Dr. Vachhani's office at (570) 552-4450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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