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Dr. Muhammad Uppal, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Bluffton, IN

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Uppal, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Bluffton, IN?

    Dr. Muhammad Uppal, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bluffton, IN with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Uppal graduated from University of Saint La Salle College of Medicine and completed his residency at University of Kansas School of Medicine Program. Dr. Uppal is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi; Punjabi, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Uppal’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Uppal’s office at (260) 824-3210.

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

    • Residency: University of Kansas School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: De La Salle Univ - Dasmarinas, Phillippines | University of Saint La Salle College of Medicine

    Is Dr. Uppal board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Uppal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Uppal speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Panjabi; Punjabi
    • Urdu

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uppal typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Uppal 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. Uppal. 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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Intestinal Infection
    • Gastroenteritis
    • Viral Infection
    • Viral Gastroenteritis (Stomach Flu)
    • Viral stomach flu
    • Viral enteritis
    • Viral gut infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A084: Viral intestinal infection, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Uppal typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Muhammad Uppal may include:

    Please contact Dr. Uppal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Uppal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Uppal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (260) 824-3210 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Uppal accept in Bluffton, IN?

    Dr. Uppal in Bluffton, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CareSource

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Indiana

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Uppal's office located?

    Dr. Muhammad Uppal's Primary Practice

    1 Caylor Nickel Sq

    Bluffton, IN 46714

    (260) 824-3210

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    Dr. Muhammad Uppal's Practice 2

    710 N East St

    Wabash, IN 46992

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    Dr. Muhammad Uppal's Practice 3

    303 S Main St

    Bluffton, IN 46714

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

    Dr. Uppal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477507952.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Uppal?

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

    What is Dr. Muhammad Uppal's specialty?

    Dr. Uppal is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Bluffton, IN.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Muhammad Uppal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Uppal is affiliated with Lutheran Hospital - Indiana, Marion Health, Iu Health Methodist Hospital, Iu Health Ball Memorial Hospital, Jersey City Medical 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Dr. Muhammad Uppal accepting new patients in Bluffton, IN?

    Yes, Dr. Muhammad Uppal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Muhammad Uppal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Uppal's office at (260) 824-3210 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Muhammad Uppal?

    Please contact Dr. Uppal's office at (260) 824-3210 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Uppal's office located?

    Dr. Uppal's offices are located in Bluffton, IN and Wabash, IN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Muhammad Uppal have?

    Dr. Muhammad Uppal is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.