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Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai, MD

Lakewood, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Shakkottai, Pulmonologist in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Lakewood, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shakkottai graduated from Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California. Dr. Shakkottai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shakkottai’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shakkottai’s office at (562) 633-2204.

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

    • Medical School: Keck School of Medicine of the University of Southern California

    Is Dr. Shakkottai board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Shakkottai speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Shakkottai treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shakkottai 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. Shakkottai. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Breathing Failure
    • Unspecified Respiratory Insufficiency
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9620: Acute and chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Other Breathing Problems
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Unusual breathing patterns
    • Abnormal respiration
    • Breathing irregularities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
    • R0689: Other abnormalities of breathing

    Also known as:

    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Reactive Airway Disease
    • Bronchial Asthma
    • Allergic Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated

    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:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Does Dr. Shakkottai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Shakkottai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 633-2204 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Shakkottai accept in Lakewood, CA?

    Dr. Shakkottai in Lakewood, CA 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 Shield of California

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Shakkottai's office located?

    Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai's Primary Practice

    3650 South St

    Lakewood, CA 90712

    (562) 633-2204

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

    Dr. Shakkottai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164472346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shakkottai?

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

    What is Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai's specialty?

    Dr. Shakkottai is a Pulmonologist near Lakewood, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Shakkottai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Shakkottai is affiliated with Uci Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pulmonologist?

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    Is Padmanabha Shakkottai accepting new patients in Lakewood, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Shakkottai's office at (562) 633-2204 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Padmanabha Shakkottai?

    Please contact Dr. Shakkottai's office at (562) 633-2204 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai have?

    Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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