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Who is Dr. Ekka, Hospitalist in Zephyrhills, FL?
Dr. Shweta Ekka, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Zephyrhills, FL with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ekka is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ekka’s office at (813) 780-1673.
Is Dr. Ekka board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Shweta Ekka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ekka speak?
Dr. Ekka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Ekka treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Ekka 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. Ekka. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Multiple Nerve Damage
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Polyneuropathy
- Generalized Nerve Damage
- Widespread Neuropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G629: Polyneuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Ekka perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Shweta Ekka may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ekka's office.
Does Dr. Ekka accept my insurance?
Dr. Ekka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 780-1673 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ekka accept in Zephyrhills, FL?
Dr. Ekka in Zephyrhills, FL 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)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ekka's office located?
Dr. Shweta Ekka's Primary Practice
38135 Market Square Dr
Zephyrhills, FL 33542
(813) 780-1673
What is Dr. Ekka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ekka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720264575.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ekka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ekka
What is Dr. Shweta Ekka's specialty?
Dr. Ekka is a Hospitalist near Zephyrhills, FL. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Ekka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Shweta Ekka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ekka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Zephyrhills, Adventhealth Dade City. 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
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Is Shweta Ekka accepting new patients in Zephyrhills, FL?
Yes, Dr. Shweta Ekka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shweta Ekka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ekka's office at (813) 780-1673 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shweta Ekka?
Please contact Dr. Ekka's office at (813) 780-1673 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shweta Ekka have?
Dr. Shweta Ekka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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