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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sherpa, Hospitalist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sherpa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sherpa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sherpa’s office at (667) 234-3120.
What languages does Dr. Sherpa speak?
Dr. Sherpa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Sherpa treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sherpa 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. Sherpa. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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. Sherpa perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sherpa's office.
Does Dr. Sherpa accept my insurance?
Dr. Sherpa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (667) 234-3120 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sherpa accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Sherpa in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
Riverside Health
Truman Medical Centers
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Where is Dr. Sherpa's office located?
Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa's Primary Practice
900 Caton Ave
Baltimore, MD 21229
(667) 234-3120
What is Dr. Sherpa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sherpa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396094983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sherpa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sherpa
What is Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa's specialty?
Dr. Sherpa is a Hospitalist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Sherpa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sherpa is affiliated with Ascension Saint Agnes 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Lakpa Diku Sherpa accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakpa Diku Sherpa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sherpa's office at (667) 234-3120 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakpa Diku Sherpa?
Please contact Dr. Sherpa's office at (667) 234-3120 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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