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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vardhini, Internist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Vardhini typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
- Pulmonary cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3490: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of unspecified bronchus or lung
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:
- 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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vardhini typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Vardhini's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Unknown
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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.
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. Bakthavatsalam Vardhini affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vardhini is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial 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 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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