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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kaliappan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Robert Kaliappan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine. Dr. Kaliappan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kaliappan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kaliappan’s office at (412) 578-5442.
Is Dr. Kaliappan board certified in Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kaliappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kaliappan speak?
Dr. Kaliappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kaliappan treat?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kaliappan 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. Kaliappan. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
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:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Dehydration
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Lack of Fluids
- Fluid Loss
- Body Water Depletion
ICD-10 Codes:
- E860: Dehydration
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Kaliappan perform as a Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As a Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by an Dr. Robert Kaliappan may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kaliappan's office.
Does Dr. Kaliappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kaliappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (412) 578-5442 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kaliappan accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kaliappan in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kaliappan's office located?
Dr. Robert Kaliappan's Primary Practice
4800 Friendship Ave
Pittsburgh, PA 15224
(412) 578-5442
What is Dr. Kaliappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kaliappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164612578.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kaliappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kaliappan
What is Dr. Robert Kaliappan's specialty?
Dr. Kaliappan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Pittsburgh, PA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Kaliappan to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Robert Kaliappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kaliappan is affiliated with Banner Thunderbird Medical Center, Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center, Banner - University Medical Center Phoenix 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Robert Kaliappan accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Robert Kaliappan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Robert Kaliappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kaliappan's office at (412) 578-5442 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Robert Kaliappan?
Please contact Dr. Kaliappan's office at (412) 578-5442 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Robert Kaliappan have?
Dr. Robert Kaliappan is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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