35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Krishna, Internist in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Kalpana Krishna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fayetteville, NC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Krishna graduated from Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Internal Medicine; Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine. She is a member of the North Carolina Medical Society. Dr. Krishna is fluent in English, Kannada, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishna’s office at (910) 488-6337.
Where did Dr. Krishna go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Western Pennsylvania Hosp, Internal Medicine; Mc Keesport Hosp/Upmc, Internal Medicine | University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC) | West Penn Hospital, Internal Medicine, PA, USA | West Penn Hospital, Pittsburgh, PA | PCOM/Pennsylvania Hospital Program
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Karnatak University / Karnatak Medical College | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore
Is Dr. Krishna board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana Krishna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Krishna speak?
Dr. Krishna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Krishna typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Krishna 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. Krishna. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Krishna typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kalpana Krishna 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
Please contact Dr. Krishna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krishna accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 488-6337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Krishna accept in Fayetteville, NC?
Dr. Krishna in Fayetteville, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Carepoint Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krishna's office located?
Dr. Kalpana Krishna's Primary Practice
101 Robeson St Ste 300
Fayetteville, NC 28301
(910) 488-6337
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
North Carolina Medical Society
Member
What is Dr. Krishna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1316976566.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishna
What is Dr. Kalpana Krishna's specialty?
Dr. Krishna is a Internist near Fayetteville, NC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Kalpana Krishna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Krishna is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Cape Fear Valley Medical Center, Highsmith - Rainey Specialty Hospital, Hoke 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 Kalpana Krishna accepting new patients in Fayetteville, NC?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana Krishna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalpana Krishna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (910) 488-6337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalpana Krishna?
Please contact Dr. Krishna's office at (910) 488-6337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kalpana Krishna have?
Dr. Kalpana Krishna is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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