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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Neelappa, Pulmonologist in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Mallappa Neelappa, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Yuma, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Neelappa is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Neelappa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Neelappa’s office.
Where did Dr. Neelappa go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
What languages does Dr. Neelappa speak?
Dr. Neelappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Neelappa treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Neelappa 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. Neelappa. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
- Nasal Congestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
- J00: Acute nasopharyngitis [common cold]
Also known as:
- Cough
- Acute Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- Damaged Lung Air Sacs
- COPD Emphysema
ICD-10 Codes:
- J431: Panlobular emphysema
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mild Intermittent Asthma
- Asthma
- Occasional Asthma
- Mild Asthma Attacks
- Infrequent Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated
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:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fluid in Middle Ear
- Ear Infection
- Serous otitis media
- Ear effusion
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6501: Acute serous otitis media, right ear
- H6502: Acute serous otitis media, left ear
Also known as:
- COVID-19 Testing
- Coronavirus Test
- SARS-CoV-2 Test
- COVID Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1152: Encounter for screening for COVID-19
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
Also known as:
- Widespread Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- General stomach pain
- Overall belly pain
- Diffuse abdominal pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1084: Generalized abdominal pain
Which procedures does Dr. Neelappa perform as a Pulmonologist?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Mallappa Neelappa may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Neelappa's office.
Does Dr. Neelappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Neelappa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Neelappa accept in Yuma, AZ?
Dr. Neelappa in Yuma, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Department of Veterans Affairs
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Neelappa's office located?
What is Dr. Neelappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Neelappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861455818.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Neelappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Neelappa
What is Dr. Mallappa Neelappa's specialty?
Dr. Neelappa is a Pulmonologist near Yuma, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Neelappa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Mallappa Neelappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Neelappa is affiliated with Yuma Regional 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
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Is Mallappa Neelappa accepting new patients in Yuma, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Mallappa Neelappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mallappa Neelappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Neelappa's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mallappa Neelappa?
Please contact Dr. Neelappa's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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