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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. Dr. Ekka is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ekka’s practice accepts Medicare 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 as a 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 a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekka typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Ekka typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Shweta Ekka may include:
Please contact Dr. Ekka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
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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