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Who is Dr. Samala, Family Medicine Specialist in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Mallikarjun Samala, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Samala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Samala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Samala’s office at (318) 330-7600.
What languages does Dr. Samala speak?
Dr. Samala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Samala treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Samala 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. Samala. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Urgency
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Low Potassium
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Potassium
- Sodium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E876: Hypokalemia
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Samala perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mallikarjun Samala may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Samala's office.
Does Dr. Samala accept my insurance?
Dr. Samala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 330-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Samala accept in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Samala in Monroe, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Samala's office located?
Dr. Mallikarjun Samala's Primary Practice
4864 Jackson St
Monroe, LA 71202
(318) 330-7600
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Mallikarjun Samala?
Dr. Samala has appointments available at his Monroe, LA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Samala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Samala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093101511.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Samala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Samala
What is Dr. Mallikarjun Samala's specialty?
Dr. Samala is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monroe, LA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Samala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mallikarjun Samala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Samala is affiliated with Piedmont Rockdale Hospital, Piedmont Cartersville Medical Center, Piedmont Newnan Hospital, Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, Piedmont Fayette 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 Family Medicine Specialist?
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Is Mallikarjun Samala accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Mallikarjun Samala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mallikarjun Samala offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Samala, or call (318) 330-7600 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Mallikarjun Samala?
Please contact Dr. Samala's office at (318) 330-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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