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Who is Dr. Sitwala, Diagnostic Radiologist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Palak Sitwala, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Sitwala is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sitwala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sitwala’s office at (410) 328-3477.
What languages does Dr. Sitwala speak?
Dr. Sitwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sitwala treat?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sitwala 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. Sitwala. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Pleural Effusion
- Pleural Disorder
- Fluid in lungs
- Water on the lung
- Fluid around lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Other Specific Breast Disorder
- Breast Disease
- Various breast conditions
- Miscellaneous breast ailments
- Specific breast problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6489: Other specified disorders of breast
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tiny Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Calcium Spots on Mammogram
- Mammography
- Breast microcalcifications
- Mammogram calcifications
- Small calcium deposits in breast
- Breast calcifications
- Calcium deposits in breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- R920: Mammographic microcalcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
- R921: Mammographic calcification found on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Falls
- Accidental Falls
- Unintentional Falls
- Falling Accidents
ICD-10 Codes:
- W19XXXA: Unspecified fall, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Soft Tissue Disorder
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle and connective tissue problems
- Uncommon soft tissue conditions
- Various soft tissue ailments
ICD-10 Codes:
- M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Breast Cancer
- Breast Cancer
- Family History
- Hereditary breast cancer risk
- Genetic predisposition to breast cancer
- Breast cancer in the family
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z803: Family history of malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Cystic Breast Changes in Right Breast
- Breast Disease
- Fibrocystic right breast
- Diffuse breast cysts right side
- Right breast cystic disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N6011: Diffuse cystic mastopathy of right breast
Which procedures does Dr. Sitwala perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?
As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Palak Sitwala may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sitwala's office.
Does Dr. Sitwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Sitwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 328-3477 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sitwala accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Sitwala in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
Jai Medical Systems Healthchoice
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Riverside Health
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Where is Dr. Sitwala's office located?
What is Dr. Sitwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sitwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1578874665.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sitwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sitwala
What is Dr. Palak Sitwala's specialty?
Dr. Sitwala is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Baltimore, MD. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Sitwala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Palak Sitwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sitwala is affiliated with Sinai Hospital - Baltimore, Northwest 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
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Is Palak Sitwala accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
No, Dr. Palak Sitwala is not accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Palak Sitwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sitwala's office at (410) 328-3477 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Palak Sitwala?
Please contact Dr. Sitwala's office at (410) 328-3477 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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