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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alur, Hospitalist in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Radha Alur, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Jackson, MS with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Alur completed her residency at Metrohealth Med Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Alur is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alur’s office at (601) 984-5831.
Where did Dr. Alur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Metrohealth Med Ctr, Pediatrics
Medical School: Kurnool Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Kurnool- Ap- India
Is Dr. Alur board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Radha Alur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Alur speak?
Dr. Alur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Alur treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Alur 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. Alur. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
- Body Weight
- Normal BMI for child
- Child healthy weight
- Pediatric normal weight
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Routine child exam with issues
- Pediatric checkup with concerns
- Child wellness visit with abnormal results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Fever
- High temperature
- Pyrexia
- Elevated body temperature
ICD-10 Codes:
- R509: Fever, unspecified
Also known as:
- Overweight Child
- Body Weight
- Childhood Overweight
- Pediatric Overweight
- High BMI in Children
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z6853: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 85th percentile to less than 95th percentile for age
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Craniofacial Abnormality
- Congenital skull malformation
- Facial bone birth defect
- Head and face bone abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q759: Congenital malformation of skull and face bones, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Alur perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Radha Alur may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alur's office.
Does Dr. Alur accept my insurance?
Dr. Alur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (601) 984-5831 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alur accept in Jackson, MS?
Dr. Alur in Jackson, MS accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
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Where is Dr. Alur's office located?
What is Dr. Alur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548259559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alur
What is Dr. Radha Alur's specialty?
Dr. Alur is a Hospitalist near Jackson, MS. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Alur to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Radha Alur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alur is affiliated with Penn State Health St. Joseph Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Radha Alur accepting new patients in Jackson, MS?
Yes, Dr. Radha Alur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Radha Alur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alur's office at (601) 984-5831 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Radha Alur?
Please contact Dr. Alur's office at (601) 984-5831 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Radha Alur have?
Dr. Radha Alur is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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