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Dr. Kala Danushkodi, MD

Dr. Kala Danushkodi, MD

North Kansas City, MO

26 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Danushkodi, Physiatrist in North Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Kala Danushkodi, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in North Kansas City, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Danushkodi completed her residency at Marianjoy Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Danushkodi is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Danushkodi’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Danushkodi’s office at (816) 455-1313.

    Where did Dr. Danushkodi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Marianjoy Rehab Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Marian Joy Rehab Hospital

    • Medical School: Thanjavur Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Thanjavur- Tn- India | Thanjavur Med College Madras University

    Is Dr. Danushkodi board certified as a Physiatrist?

    Yes, Dr. Kala Danushkodi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation

    What languages does Dr. Danushkodi speak?

    Dr. Danushkodi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Danushkodi treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Danushkodi 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. Danushkodi. 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:

    • Malaise
    • Fatigue
    • General discomfort
    • Feeling unwell
    • Unease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5381: Other malaise

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Other Orthopedic Aftercare
    • General orthopedic recovery
    • Musculoskeletal post-op care
    • Bone and joint follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4789: Encounter for other orthopedic aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nervous System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-neurological surgery care
    • Brain surgery aftercare
    • Spine surgery aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48811: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the nervous system

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    What procedures does Dr. Danushkodi perform?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Danushkodi 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. Danushkodi. 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:

    • Individual Speech and Language Therapy
    • Group Speech Therapy
    • Speech-Language Pathology
    • Voice Therapy
    • Communication Disorder Treatment
    • Auditory Processing Therapy
    • Group Language Therapy
    • Group Voice Therapy
    • Group Communication Treatment

    CPT Codes:

    • 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
    • 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals

    Also known as:

    • Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
    • Speech sound evaluation
    • Language comprehension test
    • Articulation assessment
    • Speech therapy evaluation

    CPT Codes:

    • 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Danushkodi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Danushkodi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (816) 455-1313 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Danushkodi accept in North Kansas City, MO?

    Dr. Danushkodi in North Kansas City, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Mattel Inc

    • Medicare

    • State of Missouri

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Danushkodi's office located?

    Dr. Kala Danushkodi's Primary Practice

    2700 Clay Edwards Dr Ste 310

    North Kansas City, MO 64116

    (816) 455-1313

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    Dr. Kala Danushkodi's Practice 2

    6264 Lewis Dr Ste 100

    Parkville, MO 64152

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    Dr. Kala Danushkodi's Practice 3

    2301 S Missouri 291 Hwy Select Physical Therapy 40818

    Independence, MO 64057

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    What is Dr. Danushkodi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Danushkodi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780640276.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Danushkodi?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Danushkodi

    What is Dr. Kala Danushkodi's specialty?

    Dr. Danushkodi is a Physiatrist near North Kansas City, MO. Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices. Contact Dr. Danushkodi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kala Danushkodi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Danushkodi is affiliated with North Kansas City 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 Kala Danushkodi accepting new patients in North Kansas City, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Kala Danushkodi is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kala Danushkodi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Danushkodi's office at (816) 455-1313 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kala Danushkodi?

    Please contact Dr. Danushkodi's office at (816) 455-1313 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kala Danushkodi have?

    Dr. Kala Danushkodi is certified by the American Board of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation.

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