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Who is Dr. Bhattarai, Hospitalist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Niroj Bhattarai is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Bhattarai is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhattarai’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhattarai’s office at (318) 212-3821.
What languages does Dr. Bhattarai speak?
Dr. Bhattarai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Bhattarai treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bhattarai 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. Bhattarai. 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
- 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Bhattarai perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Niroj Bhattarai may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bhattarai's office.
Does Dr. Bhattarai accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhattarai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-3821 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhattarai accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Bhattarai in Shreveport, 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
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Bhattarai's office located?
Dr. Niroj Bhattarai's Primary Practice
8001 Youree Dr Ste 4007
Shreveport, LA 71115
(318) 212-3821
What is Dr. Bhattarai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhattarai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356865463.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhattarai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhattarai
What is Dr. Niroj Bhattarai's specialty?
Dr. Bhattarai is a Hospitalist near Shreveport, LA. 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. Bhattarai to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Niroj Bhattarai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Bhattarai is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Willis Knighton Pierremont, Willis Knighton South, Willis - Knighton Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Niroj Bhattarai accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Niroj Bhattarai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Niroj Bhattarai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhattarai's office at (318) 212-3821 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Niroj Bhattarai?
Please contact Dr. Bhattarai's office at (318) 212-3821 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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