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Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy, MD

Altamont, NY

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Divakara Murthy, Internist in Altamont, NY?

    Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Altamont, NY with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Divakara Murthy completed his residency at Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Divakara Murthy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Divakara Murthy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Divakara Murthy’s office at (518) 374-1444.

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

    • Residency: Albany Med Ctr Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India

    Is Dr. Divakara Murthy board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Divakara Murthy speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Kannada

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Divakara Murthy typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Divakara Murthy 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. Divakara Murthy. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Alzheimer's Disease
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    • AD
    • Alzheimer's Dementia
    • Memory Loss Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G309: Alzheimer's disease, 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:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Divakara Murthy typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Divakara Murthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Divakara Murthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Divakara Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (518) 374-1444 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Divakara Murthy accept in Altamont, NY?

    Dr. Divakara Murthy in Altamont, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Capital District Physicians' Health Plan (CDPHP)

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Health Care

    • State of New York

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Divakara Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy's Primary Practice

    428 State Route 146

    Altamont, NY 12009

    (518) 374-1444

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    Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy's Practice 2

    2546 Balltown Rd Ste 200

    Schenectady, NY 12309

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

    Dr. Divakara Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1851302137.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Divakara Murthy?

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

    What is Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Divakara Murthy is a Internist near Altamont, NY.

    What does an Internist do?

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Is this Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Divakara Murthy is affiliated with Albany 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 Gowdara Divakara Murthy accepting new patients in Altamont, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Divakara Murthy's office at (518) 374-1444 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gowdara Divakara Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Divakara Murthy's office at (518) 374-1444 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy have?

    Dr. Gowdara Divakara Murthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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