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Who is Dr. Laxmi, Infectious Disease Specialist in Plano, TX?
Dr. Sheethal Laxmi, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Plano, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Laxmi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Laxmi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Laxmi’s office at (972) 829-5021.
What languages does Dr. Laxmi speak?
Dr. Laxmi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Laxmi treat?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Laxmi 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. Laxmi. 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:
- Infected Left Knee Replacement
- Infected Right Knee Replacement
- Knee Replacement
- Left Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Left Knee Implant
- Left Knee Arthroplasty Infection
- Right Knee Prosthesis Infection
- Inflamed Right Knee Implant
- Right Knee Arthroplasty Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8454XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal left knee prosthesis, initial encounter
- T8453XA: Infection and inflammatory reaction due to internal right knee prosthesis, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Cellulitis
- Skin infection
- Bacterial skin inflammation
- Acute skin infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0390: Cellulitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- Skin Abscess
- Abscess
- Pus Pocket
- Skin Lump
- Infected Bump
ICD-10 Codes:
- L0291: Cutaneous abscess, unspecified
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Laxmi perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?
As a Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sheethal Laxmi may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Laxmi's office.
Does Dr. Laxmi accept my insurance?
Dr. Laxmi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (972) 829-5021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Laxmi accept in Plano, TX?
Dr. Laxmi in Plano, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Baylor Scott & White Health
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Healthfirst
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Laxmi's office located?
Dr. Sheethal Laxmi's Primary Practice
4101 W Spring Creek Pkwy Ste 400
Plano, TX 75024
(972) 829-5021
What is Dr. Laxmi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Laxmi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316189673.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Laxmi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Laxmi
What is Dr. Sheethal Laxmi's specialty?
Dr. Laxmi is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Plano, TX.
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Contact Dr. Laxmi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sheethal Laxmi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Laxmi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?
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Is Sheethal Laxmi accepting new patients in Plano, TX?
Yes, Dr. Sheethal Laxmi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sheethal Laxmi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Laxmi's office at (972) 829-5021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sheethal Laxmi?
Please contact Dr. Laxmi's office at (972) 829-5021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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