Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Paladugu, Hospitalist in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Dr. Raja Paladugu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in North Wilkesboro, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Paladugu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Paladugu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Paladugu’s office at (336) 651-8100.
Is Dr. Paladugu board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Raja Paladugu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Paladugu speak?
Dr. Paladugu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Paladugu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Paladugu 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. Paladugu. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest 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:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Paladugu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Raja Paladugu may include:
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Paladugu accept my insurance?
Dr. Paladugu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 651-8100 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Paladugu accept in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Dr. Paladugu in North Wilkesboro, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
AmeriBen
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Paladugu's office located?
Dr. Raja Paladugu's Primary Practice
1370 W D St
North Wilkesboro, NC 28659
(336) 651-8100
What is Dr. Paladugu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Paladugu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972570232.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Paladugu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Paladugu
What is Dr. Raja Paladugu's specialty?
Dr. Paladugu is a Hospitalist near North Wilkesboro, NC.
What does a Hospitalist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Raja Paladugu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Paladugu is affiliated with Prisma Health Greer Memorial 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
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Is Raja Paladugu accepting new patients in North Wilkesboro, NC?
Yes, Dr. Raja Paladugu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raja Paladugu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (336) 651-8100 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raja Paladugu?
Please contact Dr. Paladugu's office at (336) 651-8100 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Raja Paladugu have?
Dr. Raja Paladugu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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