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Who is Dr. Paladugu, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Largo, FL?
Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Paladugu graduated from Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College and completed his residency at The Brooklyn Hospital Center. Dr. Paladugu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paladugu’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paladugu’s office at (727) 319-8900.
Where did Dr. Paladugu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: The Brooklyn Hospital Center | Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Jawaharlal Nehru Medical College
What languages does Dr. Paladugu speak?
Dr. Paladugu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Paladugu treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Paladugu 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. Paladugu. 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Heart Failure with Reduced Ejection Fraction
- HFrEF
- Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5020: Unspecified systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Viral Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
- Lung Infection (Viral)
- Atypical Pneumonia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
- J129: Viral pneumonia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Staph Sepsis
- Sepsis
- Staphylococcal Infection
- Staphylococcal Sepsis
- Staph Blood Infection
- Staph Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A411: Sepsis due to other specified staphylococcus
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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Ischemia
- Cerebral Infarction
- Lack of Blood Flow to Brain
- Stroke due to clot
ICD-10 Codes:
- I63523: Cerebral infarction due to unspecified occlusion or stenosis of bilateral anterior cerebral arteries
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Paladugu perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Paladugu's office.
Does Dr. Paladugu accept my insurance?
Dr. Paladugu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 319-8900 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paladugu accept in Largo, FL?
Dr. Paladugu in Largo, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BayCare Health System
Centene
Cigna
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Paladugu's office located?
Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu's Primary Practice
11200 Seminole Blvd Ste 210
Largo, FL 33778
(727) 319-8900
What is Dr. Paladugu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paladugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942239025.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paladugu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paladugu
What is Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu's specialty?
Dr. Paladugu is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Largo, FL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Paladugu to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Paladugu is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Hca Florida Largo Hospital, Morton Plant 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
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Is Ramanababu Paladugu accepting new patients in Largo, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramanababu Paladugu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (727) 319-8900 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ramanababu Paladugu?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (727) 319-8900 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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