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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kelkar, Hospitalist in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Vrunda Kelkar is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kelkar is fluent in English, French, Gujarati, Marathi, Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kelkar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kelkar’s office at (253) 426-6341.
What languages does Dr. Kelkar speak?
Dr. Kelkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
French
Gujarati
Marathi
Romanian; Moldavian; Moldovan
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kelkar typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kelkar 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. Kelkar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kelkar typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vrunda Kelkar may include:
Please contact Dr. Kelkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kelkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kelkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-6341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kelkar accept in Lakewood, WA?
Dr. Kelkar in Lakewood, WA 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 of Michigan
Cambia Health Solutions
Cigna Group
First Health Group
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Kelkar's office located?
Dr. Vrunda Kelkar's Primary Practice
11315 Bridgeport Way SW
Lakewood, WA 98499
(253) 426-6341
What is Dr. Kelkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kelkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295252120.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kelkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kelkar
What is Dr. Vrunda Kelkar's specialty?
Dr. Kelkar is a Hospitalist near Lakewood, WA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Vrunda Kelkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kelkar is affiliated with St. Francis Hospital - Federal Way, Wa, St. Anne Hospital - Burien, Wa, St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma 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 a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vrunda Kelkar accepting new patients in Lakewood, WA?
Yes, Dr. Vrunda Kelkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vrunda Kelkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kelkar's office at (253) 426-6341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vrunda Kelkar?
Please contact Dr. Kelkar's office at (253) 426-6341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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