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42 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Prakash, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Whittier, CA?
Dr. Amitabh Prakash, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Whittier, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Prakash completed his residency at Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (562) 907-1565.
Where did Dr. Prakash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Lac-King/Drew Med Ctr, Emergency Medicine | Lac King/Drew Med Center
Medical School: Sn Med Coll, Agra University, Agra, Up, India | Sn Medical College
Is Dr. Prakash board certified as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Amitabh Prakash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
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
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, 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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
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:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Amitabh Prakash may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730120700.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Amitabh Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Whittier, CA.
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 this Dr. Amitabh Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Prakash is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Amitabh Prakash accepting new patients in Whittier, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amitabh Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amitabh Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (562) 907-1565 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amitabh Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (562) 907-1565 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Amitabh Prakash have?
Dr. Amitabh Prakash is certified by the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
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