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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. 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 Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shakkottai typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Chronic Respiratory Failure
- 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
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
- Long-term lung failure
- Ongoing breathing failure
- Chronic lung insufficiency
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
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Mild Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Ongoing Mild Asthma
- Regular Mild Asthma
- Chronic Mild Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Shakkottai typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Shakkottai performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
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
Centene Corporation
City of Los Angeles
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
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State of California
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shakkottai's office located?
Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai's Primary Practice
3650 South St Ste 308
Lakewood, CA 90712
(562) 633-2204
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.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Padmanabha Shakkottai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shakkottai is affiliated with Uci Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, Torrance Memorial Medical Center, City Of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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