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22 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Palacherla, Internist in Snellville, GA?
Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Snellville, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Palacherla graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis. Dr. Palacherla is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palacherla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palacherla’s office at (770) 972-1022.
Where did Dr. Palacherla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science | Butler University in Indianapolis | Kurnool Medical College
Is Dr. Palacherla board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Palacherla speak?
Dr. Palacherla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Palacherla treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Palacherla 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. Palacherla. 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:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 4 (Severe)
- Chronic Kidney Disease, Stage 3a
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Mineral & Bone Disorder in Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3
- CKD Stage 4
- Severe Chronic Kidney Disease
- CKD Stage 3a
- CKD
- Long-Term Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
- N1830: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3 unspecified
- N184: Chronic kidney disease, stage 4 (severe)
- N1831: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3a
- N189: Chronic kidney disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Metabolic Acidosis
- Chronic Metabolic Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Sudden Acidosis
- Metabolic Acid Buildup
- Long-Term Acidosis
- Persistent Acid Buildup
ICD-10 Codes:
- E8721: Acute metabolic acidosis
- E8722: Chronic metabolic acidosis
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
- Other Acute Renal Failure
- Other Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
- N178: Other acute kidney failure
Also known as:
- Anemia from Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Anemia in Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Disease Anemia
- Renal Anemia
- Anemia of kidney failure
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D631: Anemia in chronic kidney disease
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- High Potassium
- Low Potassium
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Potassium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
- Hyperkalemia
- Excess Potassium
- Hypokalemia
- Potassium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
- E875: Hyperkalemia
- E876: Hypokalemia
Also known as:
- Acidosis
- Metabolic Disorder
- Acidic Blood
- High Acidity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E872: Acidosis
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Palacherla perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Palacherla's office.
Does Dr. Palacherla accept my insurance?
Dr. Palacherla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 972-1022 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Palacherla accept in Snellville, GA?
Dr. Palacherla in Snellville, GA 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Palacherla's office located?
Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla's Primary Practice
1567 Janmar Rd Ste 100
Snellville, GA 30078
(770) 972-1022
Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla's Practice 3
960 Joe Frank Harris Pkwy SE
Cartersville, GA 30120
What is Dr. Palacherla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Palacherla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346288735.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palacherla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Palacherla
What is Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla's specialty?
Dr. Palacherla is a Internist near Snellville, GA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Palacherla to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Palacherla is affiliated with Wellstar North Fulton Medical Center, Piedmont Mountainside 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 Jithendranath Palacherla accepting new patients in Snellville, GA?
Yes, Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Palacherla's office at (770) 972-1022 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Jithendranath Palacherla?
Please contact Dr. Palacherla's office at (770) 972-1022 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla have?
Dr. Jithendranath Palacherla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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