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Dr. Vikas Punjabi, DO

Critical Care Internist

New Orleans, LA

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Punjabi, Critical Care Internist in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Vikas Punjabi, DO is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in New Orleans, LA. Dr. Punjabi is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punjabi’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punjabi’s office.

    What languages does Dr. Punjabi speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Punjabi typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Punjabi 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. Punjabi. 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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
    • Heart Attack
    • Myocardial Infarction
    • Non-STEMI
    • Less Severe Heart Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Punjabi typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vikas Punjabi may include:

    Please contact Dr. Punjabi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Punjabi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Punjabi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Punjabi accept in New Orleans, LA?

    Dr. Punjabi in New Orleans, LA 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)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Texas

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Punjabi's office located?

    Dr. Vikas Punjabi's Primary Practice

    3525 Prytania St Ste 526

    New Orleans, LA 70115

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

    Dr. Punjabi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780874313.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punjabi?

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

    What is Dr. Vikas Punjabi's specialty?

    Dr. Punjabi is a Critical Care Internist near New Orleans, LA.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is Dr. Vikas Punjabi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Dr. Punjabi 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. 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. Vikas Punjabi accepting new patients in New Orleans, LA?

    Yes, Dr. Vikas Punjabi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vikas Punjabi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Punjabi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vikas Punjabi?

    Please contact Dr. Punjabi's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Punjabi's office located?

    Dr. Punjabi's office is located in New Orleans, LA.