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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Porandla, Internist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Porandla is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Porandla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Porandla’s office at (479) 441-5005.
What languages does Dr. Porandla speak?
Dr. Porandla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Porandla typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Porandla 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. Porandla. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Porandla typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Porandla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Porandla accept my insurance?
Dr. Porandla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (479) 441-5005 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Porandla accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Porandla in Fort Smith, AR 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of Kentucky
State of West Virginia
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Where is Dr. Porandla's office located?
Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla's Primary Practice
1001 Towson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(479) 441-5005
What is Dr. Porandla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Porandla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740787902.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Porandla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Porandla
What is Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla's specialty?
Dr. Porandla is a Internist near Fort Smith, AR.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Porandla is affiliated with Wvu Medicine United Hospital Center, Wvu Medicine J.w. Ruby Memorial 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Muralikrishna Porandla accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muralikrishna Porandla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Porandla's office at (479) 441-5005 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muralikrishna Porandla?
Please contact Dr. Porandla's office at (479) 441-5005 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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