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Dr. Amar Krishna

Presque Isle, ME

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishna, Infectious Disease Specialist in Presque Isle, ME?

    Dr. Amar Krishna is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Presque Isle, ME. Dr. Krishna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishna’s office at (207) 768-4000.

    What languages does Dr. Krishna speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Krishna typically treat?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Krishna 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. Krishna. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    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:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    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:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Pneumococcal Pneumonia
    • Pneumococcal Infection
    • Pneumonia
    • Streptococcus Pneumonia
    • Bacterial Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection from Strep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J13: Pneumonia due to Streptococcus pneumoniae

    What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Krishna typically perform?

    As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Krishna performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Krishna. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual

    Does Dr. Krishna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (207) 768-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishna accept in Presque Isle, ME?

    Dr. Krishna in Presque Isle, ME accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krishna's office located?

    Dr. Amar Krishna's Primary Practice

    140 Academy St

    Presque Isle, ME 04769

    (207) 768-4000

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

    Dr. Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710234018.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishna?

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

    What is Dr. Amar Krishna's specialty?

    Dr. Krishna is an Infectious Disease Specialist near Presque Isle, ME.

    What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Amar Krishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna is affiliated with Trinity Health Oakland Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Beaumont Grosse Pointe Hospital 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

    When to see an Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Infectious Disease Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Amar Krishna accepting new patients in Presque Isle, ME?

    Yes, Dr. Amar Krishna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amar Krishna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (207) 768-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Amar Krishna?

    Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (207) 768-4000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Krishna's office located?

    Dr. Krishna's office is located in Presque Isle, ME.