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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chelikani, Pulmonologist in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Sugar Land, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Chelikani is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chelikani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chelikani’s office at (281) 357-0111.
What languages does Dr. Chelikani speak?
Dr. Chelikani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chelikani typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Chelikani 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. Chelikani. 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:
- Emphysema
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Chelikani typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Chelikani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Chelikani accept my insurance?
Dr. Chelikani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 357-0111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chelikani accept in Sugar Land, TX?
Dr. Chelikani in Sugar Land, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Verda Healthcare
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Where is Dr. Chelikani's office located?
Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani's Primary Practice
16605 Southwest Fwy Ste 400
Sugar Land, TX 77479
(281) 357-0111
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Diagnosis
100% of patients were satisfied with the doctor's diagnosis and explanation of their condition
Patients give Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chelikani has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chelikani, his bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Chelikani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chelikani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083814545.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chelikani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chelikani
What is Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani's specialty?
Dr. Chelikani is a Pulmonologist near Sugar Land, TX.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chelikani is affiliated with Houston Methodist Willowbrook Hospital, Houston Methodist The Woodlands Hospital, Houston Methodist Hospital, Lake Charles Memorial Hospital, Houston Methodist West 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 a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Muralikrishna Chelikani accepting new patients in Sugar Land, TX?
Yes, Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Muralikrishna Chelikani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chelikani's office at (281) 357-0111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Muralikrishna Chelikani?
Please contact Dr. Chelikani's office at (281) 357-0111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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