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24 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Akkineni, Hospitalist in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Kalyan Akkineni, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Fort Smith, AR with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Akkineni graduated from Mysore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program. Dr. Akkineni is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akkineni’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akkineni’s office at (423) 426-3918.
Where did Dr. Akkineni go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: NYCOMEC/Trinitas Regional MC Program
Medical School: Kasturba Medical College, India | Mysore Medical College and Research Institute
Is Dr. Akkineni board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Kalyan Akkineni, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akkineni speak?
Dr. Akkineni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Akkineni treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Akkineni 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. Akkineni. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Critical Illness Myopathy
- Muscle Disorder
- ICU-acquired weakness
- Critical care myopathy
- Muscle weakness after severe illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7281: Critical illness myopathy
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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
Which procedures does Dr. Akkineni perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Kalyan Akkineni may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akkineni's office.
Does Dr. Akkineni accept my insurance?
Dr. Akkineni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 426-3918 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akkineni accept in Fort Smith, AR?
Dr. Akkineni in Fort Smith, AR 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 Arkansas
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Arkansas
State of Oklahoma
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akkineni's office located?
Dr. Kalyan Akkineni's Primary Practice
1001 Towson Ave
Fort Smith, AR 72901
(423) 426-3918
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 2 reviews
Office Experience
80% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
60% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Kalyan Akkineni an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Akkineni has been rated and reviewed by 2 patients. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Akkineni, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Akkineni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akkineni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679780969.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akkineni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akkineni
What is Dr. Kalyan Akkineni's specialty?
Dr. Akkineni is a Hospitalist near Fort Smith, AR. 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. Akkineni to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Kalyan Akkineni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akkineni is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Baptist Health - Fort Smith, Fort Smith Er & Hospital. 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 Kalyan Akkineni accepting new patients in Fort Smith, AR?
Yes, Dr. Kalyan Akkineni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalyan Akkineni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akkineni's office at (423) 426-3918 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalyan Akkineni?
Please contact Dr. Akkineni's office at (423) 426-3918 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kalyan Akkineni have?
Dr. Kalyan Akkineni is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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