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Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram, MD
Alton, IL
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shivaram, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Alton, IL?
Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Alton, IL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shivaram completed his residency at All India Institute Med Scis. Dr. Shivaram is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivaram’s office at (636) 887-4288.
Where did Dr. Shivaram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: All India Institute Med Scis
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science
What languages does Dr. Shivaram speak?
Dr. Shivaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shivaram typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Shivaram 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. Shivaram. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Shivaram typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram 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. Shivaram's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shivaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (636) 887-4288 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shivaram accept in Alton, IL?
Dr. Shivaram in Alton, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Missouri
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shivaram's office located?
Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram's Primary Practice
1 Saint Anthonys Way
Alton, IL 62002
(636) 887-4288
What is Dr. Shivaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shivaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619959137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shivaram
What is Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram's specialty?
Dr. Shivaram is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Alton, IL.
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. Kalugotla Shivaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shivaram is affiliated with Ssm Health Depaul Hospital - St. Louis, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute, Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Saint Luke's Cancer Institute which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Kalugotla Shivaram accepting new patients in Alton, IL?
Yes, Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalugotla Shivaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (636) 887-4288 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalugotla Shivaram?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (636) 887-4288 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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