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Who is Dr. Akuthota, Critical Care Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Praveen Akuthota, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Akuthota is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akuthota’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akuthota’s office at (619) 471-9186.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Akuthota?
Dr. Praveen Akuthota, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Critical Care Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Akuthota empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Asthma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the San Diego/CA community, Dr. Akuthota is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Akuthota speak?
Dr. Akuthota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Akuthota treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Akuthota 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. Akuthota. 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:
- Severe Persistent Asthma
- Moderate Persistent Asthma
- Asthma
- Severe Persistent Asthma with Flare-up
- Chronic Severe Asthma
- Difficult-to-Treat Asthma
- Severe Asthma
- Ongoing Moderate Asthma
- Regular Moderate Asthma
- Chronic Moderate Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
- Severe Asthma Exacerbation
- Worsening Severe Asthma
- Acute Severe Asthma Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4550: Severe persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
- J4551: Severe persistent asthma with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Eosinophilic granulomatosis with polyangiitis (EGPA)
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Vasculitis
- Churg-Strauss syndrome
- Allergic granulomatosis
- Churg-Strauss vasculitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M301: Polyarteritis with lung involvement [Churg-Strauss]
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chronic Eosinophilic Pneumonia
- Eosinophilic Disorder
- Pneumonia
- CEP
- Persistent Eosinophilic Pneumonia
- Eosinophilic Lung Inflammation
- Chronic Eosinophilic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J8281: Chronic eosinophilic pneumonia
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Lung Aspergillosis
- Aspergillosis
- ABPA
- Allergic Aspergillus lung disease
- Fungal allergy in lungs
ICD-10 Codes:
- B4481: Allergic bronchopulmonary aspergillosis
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bronchiectasis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Damaged Airways
- Chronic Bronchial Dilation
- Lung Airway Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- J479: Bronchiectasis, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Cystic Fibrosis
- CF
- Mucoviscidosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E849: Cystic fibrosis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Akuthota perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Praveen Akuthota may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Akuthota's office.
Does Dr. Akuthota accept my insurance?
Dr. Akuthota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 471-9186 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akuthota accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Akuthota in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Humana
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Inland Empire
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Akuthota's office located?
Dr. Praveen Akuthota's Primary Practice
200 W Arbor Dr
San Diego, CA 92103
(619) 471-9186
What is Dr. Akuthota's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akuthota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396704698.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akuthota?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akuthota
What is Dr. Praveen Akuthota's specialty?
Dr. Akuthota is a Critical Care Internist near San Diego, CA. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Akuthota to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Praveen Akuthota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Akuthota is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UC San Diego Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Praveen Akuthota accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Praveen Akuthota is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Praveen Akuthota offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akuthota's office at (619) 471-9186 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Praveen Akuthota?
Please contact Dr. Akuthota's office at (619) 471-9186 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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