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Dr. Shilpa Prabhu, MD

Bethlehem, PA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Prabhu, Anesthesiologist in Bethlehem, PA?

    Dr. Shilpa Prabhu, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bethlehem, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Prabhu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prabhu’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prabhu’s office at (484) 809-9533.

    Is Dr. Prabhu board certified in Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Shilpa Prabhu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Prabhu speak?

    Dr. Prabhu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Prabhu treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prabhu 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. Prabhu. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD with Esophagitis
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Eosinophilic Esophagitis
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion
    • Reflux Esophagitis
    • Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
    • Heartburn with Esophagus Damage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
    • K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Ureter Stone
    • Ureteral Disorder
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi
    • Ureteral Calculus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney
    • N201: Calculus of ureter

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed
    • Melena
    • Black Stools
    • Upper GI Bleed Signs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
    • K921: Melena

    Also known as:

    • Cataract
    • Cloudy lens
    • Lens clouding
    • Eye cloudiness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
    • H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye

    Also known as:

    • Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Epigastric pain
    • Pain below breastbone
    • Upper stomach pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1013: Epigastric pain

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Change in Bowel Habits
    • Bowel Movement
    • Altered Bowel Habits
    • Irregular Bowel Movements
    • Changes in Pooping

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R194: Change in bowel habit

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Barrett's Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Barrett’s Esophagus
    • Barrett's condition
    • Esophageal metaplasia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Does Dr. Prabhu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Prabhu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (484) 809-9533 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Prabhu accept in Bethlehem, PA?

    Dr. Prabhu in Bethlehem, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Capital BlueCross

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Highmark Inc.

    • Horizon BlueCross BlueShield

    • Humana

    • Independence Blue Cross

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Prabhu's office located?

    Dr. Shilpa Prabhu's Primary Practice

    801 Ostrum St

    Bethlehem, PA 18015

    (484) 809-9533

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    Dr. Shilpa Prabhu's Practice 2

    1200 S Cedar Crest Blvd

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    Dr. Shilpa Prabhu's Practice 3

    420 S 5th Ave Bldg N

    West Reading, PA 19611

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    What is Dr. Prabhu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Prabhu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215144555.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prabhu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prabhu

    What is Dr. Shilpa Prabhu's specialty?

    Dr. Prabhu is a Anesthesiologist near Bethlehem, PA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Prabhu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Shilpa Prabhu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Prabhu is affiliated with St. Luke’s University Health Network - Bethlehem Campus, St. Luke’s University Health Network - Anderson Campus 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Shilpa Prabhu accepting new patients in Bethlehem, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Shilpa Prabhu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shilpa Prabhu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Prabhu's office at (484) 809-9533 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Prabhu?

    Please contact Dr. Prabhu's office at (484) 809-9533 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shilpa Prabhu have?

    Dr. Shilpa Prabhu is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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