28 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prabhakar, Infectious Disease Specialist in Bedford, TX?
Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Bedford, TX. He has been practicing for over 28 years and is board certified. Dr. Prabhakar completed his residency at Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Infectious Diseases Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Prabhakar is fluent in English, Hindi, Korean, Nepali, Sign Languages, Spanish, Tamil, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prabhakar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prabhakar’s office at (817) 858-0065.
Where did Dr. Prabhakar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: University of Texas Medical Branch - Galveston
Residency: Univ Tx Med Branch Hosps, Infectious Diseases Englewood Hosp, Internal Medicine Jersey City Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Englewood Hospital and Medical Center | Mount Sinai -School of Medicine
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
Is Dr. Prabhakar board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prabhakar speak?
Dr. Prabhakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Korean
Nepali
Sign Languages
Spanish
Tamil
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prabhakar typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prabhakar 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. Prabhakar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Other Acute Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Bone Infection
- Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Acute Left Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
- Sudden Left Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
- Left Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot
- M86172: Other acute osteomyelitis, left ankle and foot
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
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:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Prabhakar typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Prabhakar performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Prabhakar. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Inserting a PICC Line (Without Port)
- Peripherally inserted central catheter placement
- Arm central line
CPT Codes:
- 36569: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, without imaging guidance; age 5 years or older
Also known as:
- Removal of Tunneled Central Venous Catheter
- Central Line Removal
- Tunneled Catheter Extraction
- Venous Access Device Removal
CPT Codes:
- 36589: Removal of tunneled central venous catheter, without subcutaneous port or pump
Also known as:
- PICC Line Insertion (Adult/Older Child)
- Peripherally Inserted Central Catheter
- PICC Line Placement
- Central Venous Catheter Insertion
CPT Codes:
- 36573: Insertion of peripherally inserted central venous catheter (PICC), without subcutaneous port or pump, including all imaging guidance, image documentation, and all associated radiological supervision and interpretation required to perform the insertion; age 5 years or older
Does Dr. Prabhakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Prabhakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 858-0065 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prabhakar accept in Bedford, TX?
Dr. Prabhakar in Bedford, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prabhakar's office located?
Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar's Primary Practice
2636 Tibbets Dr Ste 110
Bedford, TX 76022
(817) 858-0065
What is Dr. Prabhakar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prabhakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467424812.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prabhakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prabhakar
What is Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar's specialty?
Dr. Prabhakar is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Bedford, TX.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prabhakar is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Frisco, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Irving, Medical City Plano Hospital, Texas Health Arlington Memorial 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 Meenaskshi Prabhakar accepting new patients in Bedford, TX?
Yes, Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prabhakar's office at (817) 858-0065 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meenaskshi Prabhakar?
Please contact Dr. Prabhakar's office at (817) 858-0065 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar have?
Dr. Meenaskshi Prabhakar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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