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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dera, Hospitalist in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Akram Dera is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Hattiesburg, MS. He is board certified. Dr. Dera is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dera’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dera’s office at (601) 264-6000.
What languages does Dr. Dera speak?
Dr. Dera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Dera treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dera 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. Dera. 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 High Carbon Dioxide
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and long-term lung failure with high CO2
- Acute-on-chronic hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Mixed respiratory failure with hypercapnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9622: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypercapnia
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Which procedures does Dr. Dera perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akram Dera may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Dera's office.
Does Dr. Dera accept my insurance?
Dr. Dera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 264-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dera accept in Hattiesburg, MS?
Dr. Dera in Hattiesburg, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Tennessee
Sunrise Senior Living
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Dera's office located?
What is Dr. Dera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316346968.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dera
What is Dr. Akram Dera's specialty?
Dr. Dera is a Hospitalist near Hattiesburg, MS. 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. Dera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Akram Dera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dera is affiliated with Parkwest Medical Center 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 Akram Dera accepting new patients in Hattiesburg, MS?
Yes, Dr. Akram Dera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akram Dera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dera's office at (601) 264-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akram Dera?
Please contact Dr. Dera's office at (601) 264-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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