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Who is Dr. Vardhini, Internist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vardhini is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vardhini’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vardhini’s office at (239) 985-7733.
Where did Dr. Vardhini go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kilpauk Medical College, University of Madras, Madras, Tamil Nadu India (Goa) India
Is Dr. Vardhini board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vardhini speak?
Dr. Vardhini and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vardhini treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vardhini 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. Vardhini. 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:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Lewy Body Dementia
- Dementia
- Dementia with Lewy bodies
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
- Dementia with Lewy Bodies
- DLB
- Lewy Body Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
- G3183: Neurocognitive disorder with Lewy bodies
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
- Right lung cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
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:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Pancreatic Cancer
- Pancreas Cancer
- Malignant Pancreatic Tumor
- Pancreatic Carcinoma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C259: Malignant neoplasm of pancreas, unspecified
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's', 'Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism', 'Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Stroke
- Paralysis
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Colorectal Cancer
- Colon cancer
- Rectal cancer
- Bowel cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Ovarian Cancer
- Ovarian Epithelial, Fallopian Tube, and Primary Peritoneal Cancer Treatment (PDQ)
- Cancer of the ovary
- Ovarian carcinoma
- Female reproductive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C569: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified ovary
Also known as:
- Moderate Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Moderate Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Moderate Nutritional Deficiency
- Moderate Underweight
ICD-10 Codes:
- E440: Moderate protein-calorie malnutrition
Which procedures does Dr. Vardhini perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vardhini's office.
Does Dr. Vardhini accept my insurance?
Dr. Vardhini accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 985-7733 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vardhini accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Vardhini in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Freedom Health
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Where is Dr. Vardhini's office located?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini's Primary Practice
9470 Healthpark Cir
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(239) 985-7733
What is Dr. Vardhini's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vardhini's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235304288.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vardhini?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vardhini
What is Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini's specialty?
Dr. Vardhini is a Internist near Fort Myers, FL.
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.
Contact Dr. Vardhini to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vardhini is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Gulf Coast 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Bakthavatsalam Vardhini accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vardhini's office at (239) 985-7733 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bakthavatsalam Vardhini?
Please contact Dr. Vardhini's office at (239) 985-7733 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini have?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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