VP
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prakash, Infectious Disease Specialist in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Vidhya Prakash, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Springfield, IL. She is board certified. Dr. Prakash graduated from University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English and French, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prakash’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office.
Where did Dr. Prakash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University Of Cincinnati College Of Medicine
Is Dr. Prakash board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vidhya Prakash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Hepatitis C
- Hep C
- HCV infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- B1920: Unspecified viral hepatitis C without hepatic coma
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:
- Asymptomatic HIV Infection
- HIV
- HIV positive without symptoms
- Latent HIV infection
- HIV carrier
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vidhya Prakash may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Springfield, IL?
Dr. Prakash in Springfield, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528285798.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Vidhya Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Springfield, IL.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Vidhya Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Springfield Memorial Hospital, Osf Healthcare St. Joseph Medical Center 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vidhya Prakash accepting new patients in Springfield, IL?
Yes, Dr. Vidhya Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vidhya Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vidhya Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vidhya Prakash have?
Dr. Vidhya Prakash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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751 N Rutledge St
Springfield, IL 62702