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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kannikeswaran, Pediatrician in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kannikeswaran completed her residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Pediatrics. Dr. Kannikeswaran is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kannikeswaran’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kannikeswaran’s office at (313) 745-5260.
Where did Dr. Kannikeswaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Pediatric Emergency Medicine-Pediatrics; Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Pediatrics
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Kannikeswaran board certified in Pediatrician?
Yes, Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kannikeswaran speak?
Dr. Kannikeswaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Kannikeswaran treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Kannikeswaran 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. Kannikeswaran. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma Flare-Up
- Asthma
- Asthma Attack
- Acute Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Asthma
- Asthma Episode
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45901: Unspecified asthma with (acute) exacerbation
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Strep Throat
- Sore Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
Also known as:
- Constipation
- Difficulty Passing Stool
- Infrequent Bowel Movements
- Hard Stools
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5900: Constipation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Vomiting
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Throwing up
- Emesis
- Puking
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1110: Vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Child Physical Abuse Medical Exam
- Child Abuse
- Child abuse medical evaluation
- Forensic exam for child abuse
- Child protection medical assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0472: Encounter for examination and observation following alleged child physical abuse
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Croup
- Throat Disorder
- Acute Laryngitis
- Laryngotracheobronchitis
- Barking Cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- J050: Acute obstructive laryngitis [croup]
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Head Injury
- Head Injuries
- Head Trauma
- Cranial Injury
- Brain Injury
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0990XA: Unspecified injury of head, initial encounter
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
Which procedures does Dr. Kannikeswaran perform as a Pediatrician?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kannikeswaran's office.
Does Dr. Kannikeswaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Kannikeswaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 745-5260 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kannikeswaran accept in Detroit, MI?
Dr. Kannikeswaran in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Centene
Citizens Rx
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
McLaren Health Plan
Medicaid
Molina
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kannikeswaran's office located?
Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran's Primary Practice
3901 Beaubien St
Detroit, MI 48201
(313) 745-5260
3901 Beaubien Er Dept - Main Building
Childrens Hospital Mi Emergency Med
Detroit, MI 48201
What is Dr. Kannikeswaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kannikeswaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295773364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kannikeswaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kannikeswaran
What is Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran's specialty?
Dr. Kannikeswaran is a Pediatrician near Detroit, MI. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Kannikeswaran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kannikeswaran is affiliated with DMC Sinai-Grace Hospital, Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital, Corewell Health William Beaumont University Hospital, Corewell Health Trenton Hospital, DMC Huron Valley-Sinai Hospital, Ascension St. John Hospital 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
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Is Nirupama Kannikeswaran accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?
Yes, Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kannikeswaran's office at (313) 745-5260 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirupama Kannikeswaran?
Please contact Dr. Kannikeswaran's office at (313) 745-5260 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran have?
Dr. Nirupama Kannikeswaran is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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