NS
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salagundla, Internist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Nethuja Salagundla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Salagundla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salagundla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salagundla’s office at (337) 261-6000.
What languages does Dr. Salagundla speak?
Dr. Salagundla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Salagundla treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Salagundla 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. Salagundla. 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 Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Which procedures does Dr. Salagundla perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nethuja Salagundla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Salagundla's office.
Does Dr. Salagundla accept my insurance?
Dr. Salagundla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 261-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salagundla accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Salagundla in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
UnitedHealthcare
View All Insurances
Where is Dr. Salagundla's office located?
Dr. Nethuja Salagundla's Primary Practice
2390 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 261-6000
What is Dr. Salagundla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salagundla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508240722.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salagundla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salagundla
What is Dr. Nethuja Salagundla's specialty?
Dr. Salagundla is a Internist near Lafayette, LA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Salagundla to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Nethuja Salagundla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salagundla is affiliated with Medical City Arlington 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 Internist?
Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Nethuja Salagundla accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Nethuja Salagundla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nethuja Salagundla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salagundla's office at (337) 261-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nethuja Salagundla?
Please contact Dr. Salagundla's office at (337) 261-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Other Internist Near Lafayette, LA
SC
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Shantell Ceaser, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. She is board certified.
Lafayette, LA
BP
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Benjamin Pickard, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified.
Lafayette, LA
OL
Internist
Accepting patientsDr. Omar Leonards, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified.
Lafayette, LA