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31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kakkera, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Deepika Kakkera, MD is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Crown Point, IN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Kakkera completed her residency at Ny Medical College, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine. Dr. Kakkera is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kakkera’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kakkera’s office at (219) 757-5887.
Where did Dr. Kakkera go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ny Medical College, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine; Univ Hosp-Suny Stony Brook, Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India
Is Dr. Kakkera board certified in Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Kakkera, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kakkera speak?
Dr. Kakkera and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Kakkera treat?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kakkera 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. Kakkera. 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:
- Newborn Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Newborn Respiratory Failure
- Other Newborn Apnea
- Lung Disease
- Uncommon Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant Respiratory Distress Syndrome
- Hyaline Membrane Disease
- Neonatal Respiratory Distress
- Neonatal Respiratory Failure
- Infant Lung Failure
- Newborn Breathing Crisis
- Infant apnea
- Breathing pauses in babies
- Neonatal apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- P220: Respiratory distress syndrome of newborn
- P285: Respiratory failure of newborn
- P2849: Other apnea of newborn
Also known as:
- Newborn Feeding Problems
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Infant and Newborn Nutrition
- Infant Feeding Difficulties
- Newborn Eating Issues
- Neonatal Feeding Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- P929: Feeding problem of newborn, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia of Prematurity
- Anemia
- Premature Babies
- Anemia in Premature Infants
- Low Red Blood Cells in Preemies
ICD-10 Codes:
- P612: Anemia of prematurity
Which procedures does Dr. Kakkera perform as a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
As a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Deepika Kakkera 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. Kakkera's office.
Does Dr. Kakkera accept my insurance?
Dr. Kakkera accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 757-5887 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kakkera accept in Crown Point, IN?
Dr. Kakkera in Crown Point, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allied Benefit Systems
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
MDwise
New York Life
State of Illinois
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kakkera's office located?
Dr. Deepika Kakkera's Primary Practice
1201 S Main St
Crown Point, IN 46307
(219) 757-5887
What is Dr. Kakkera's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kakkera's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508853102.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kakkera?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kakkera
What is Dr. Deepika Kakkera's specialty?
Dr. Kakkera is a Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist near Crown Point, IN. A pediatrician who serves as the primary care provider for sick newborn infants utilizes their clinical expertise for direct patient care and collaborates with obstetrical colleagues to develop care plans for mothers with high-risk pregnancies. Contact Dr. Kakkera to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Deepika Kakkera affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kakkera is affiliated with Iu Health Arnett Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine Specialist?
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Is Deepika Kakkera accepting new patients in Crown Point, IN?
Yes, Dr. Deepika Kakkera is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deepika Kakkera offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kakkera's office at (219) 757-5887 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deepika Kakkera?
Please contact Dr. Kakkera's office at (219) 757-5887 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Deepika Kakkera have?
Dr. Deepika Kakkera is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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