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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramakrishna, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Iowa City, IA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ramakrishna is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramakrishna’s office.
What languages does Dr. Ramakrishna speak?
Dr. Ramakrishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Ramakrishna typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Ramakrishna 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. Ramakrishna. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Ramakrishna typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramakrishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramakrishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramakrishna accept in Iowa City, IA?
Dr. Ramakrishna in Iowa City, IA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
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Wellmark Blue Cross Blue Shield
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Where is Dr. Ramakrishna's office located?
What is Dr. Ramakrishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramakrishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427464379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramakrishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramakrishna
What is Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna's specialty?
Dr. Ramakrishna is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Iowa City, IA.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramakrishna is affiliated with University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics, University Of Iowa Hospitals And Clinics 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 a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Akhila Ramakrishna accepting new patients in Iowa City, IA?
Yes, Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akhila Ramakrishna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishna's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akhila Ramakrishna?
Please contact Dr. Ramakrishna's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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