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Dr. Neelay Kothari, MD

Dr. Neelay Kothari, MD

Pontiac, MI

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kothari, Infectious Disease Specialist in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Neelay Kothari, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Pontiac, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Kothari completed his residency at University of Wisconsin School of Medicine And Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin. He is a member of the Infectious Diseases Society of America. Dr. Kothari is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kothari’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kothari’s office at (734) 712-1400.

    Where did Dr. Kothari go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Minnesota Medical School | Infectious Diseases, University of Minnesota | University of Minnesota Medical School,Minneapolis, Mn, United States

    • Residency: University of Wisconsin School of Medicine And Public Health, Madison, Wisconsin

    Is Dr. Kothari board certified in Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Neelay Kothari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kothari speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does Dr. Kothari treat?

    As a Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Kothari 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. Kothari. 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:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis
    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic HIV Infection
    • HIV
    • HIV positive without symptoms
    • Latent HIV infection
    • HIV carrier

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z21: Asymptomatic human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] infection status

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • C. diff Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Clostridioides difficile infection
    • Clostridium difficile colitis
    • C. difficile-associated diarrhea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A0472: Enterocolitis due to Clostridium difficile, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Other Soft Tissue Disorder
    • Connective Tissue Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle and connective tissue problems
    • Uncommon soft tissue conditions
    • Various soft tissue ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M7989: Other specified soft tissue disorders

    Also known as:

    • Other Surgical Site Infection
    • After Surgery
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Non-specific surgical infection
    • Other post-operative infection
    • Unspecified surgical wound infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T8149XA: Infection following a procedure, other surgical site, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Other Skin Problems
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Skin Conditions
    • Skin Issues from Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Skin Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E11628: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin complications

    Also known as:

    • Infective Endocarditis
    • Endocarditis
    • Heart valve infection
    • Bacterial endocarditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I330: Acute and subacute infective endocarditis

    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:

    • Widespread Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • General stomach pain
    • Overall belly pain
    • Diffuse abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1084: Generalized abdominal pain

    Which procedures does Dr. Kothari perform as a Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Does Dr. Kothari accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kothari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (734) 712-1400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kothari accept in Pontiac, MI?

    Dr. Kothari in Pontiac, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • Citizens Rx

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kothari's office located?

    Dr. Neelay Kothari's Primary Practice

    44428 Woodward Ave Ste 102

    Pontiac, MI 48341

    (734) 712-1400

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    Dr. Neelay Kothari's Practice 2

    14650 E Old US Highway 12 Ste 302

    Chelsea, MI 48118

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    Dr. Neelay Kothari's Practice 3

    5301 E Huron River Dr

    Ypsilanti, MI 48197

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    Recognitions

    Memberships & Associations

    Infectious Diseases Society of America

    Member

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

    Dr. Kothari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1841486354.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kothari?

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

    What is Dr. Neelay Kothari's specialty?

    Dr. Kothari is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Pontiac, MI.

    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.

    Contact Dr. Kothari to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Neelay Kothari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kothari is affiliated with Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn 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

    Where can I learn more about Infectious Disease Specialist?

    Explore Infectious Disease Specialist with 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 Neelay Kothari accepting new patients in Pontiac, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Neelay Kothari is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Neelay Kothari offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (734) 712-1400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Neelay Kothari?

    Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (734) 712-1400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Neelay Kothari have?

    Dr. Neelay Kothari is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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