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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kale, Hospitalist in Lowell, MA?
Dr. Santosh Kale is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Lowell, MA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kale is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kale’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kale’s office at (978) 937-6439.
What languages does Dr. Kale speak?
Dr. Kale and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kale treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kale 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. Kale. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Which procedures does Dr. Kale perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Santosh Kale may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kale's office.
Does Dr. Kale accept my insurance?
Dr. Kale accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (978) 937-6439 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kale accept in Lowell, MA?
Dr. Kale in Lowell, MA 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 Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Boston Medical Center
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kale's office located?
What is Dr. Kale's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kale's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588151427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kale?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kale
What is Dr. Santosh Kale's specialty?
Dr. Kale is a Hospitalist near Lowell, MA. 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. Kale to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Santosh Kale affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kale is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Santosh Kale accepting new patients in Lowell, MA?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Kale is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santosh Kale offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kale's office at (978) 937-6439 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santosh Kale?
Please contact Dr. Kale's office at (978) 937-6439 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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