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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Divaker, Internist in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Shashi Divaker, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Philadelphia, PA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified. Dr. Divaker completed his residency at U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Divaker is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Divaker’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Divaker’s office at (215) 685-7600.
Where did Dr. Divaker go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine | University of Pennsylvania Health System Program
Medical School: Dr Br Ambedkar Med Coll- Bangalore Univ- Bangalore- Karnataka
Is Dr. Divaker board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shashi Divaker, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Divaker speak?
Dr. Divaker and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Divaker typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Divaker 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. Divaker. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Divaker typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shashi Divaker 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. Divaker's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Divaker accept my insurance?
Dr. Divaker accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 685-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Divaker accept in Philadelphia, PA?
Dr. Divaker in Philadelphia, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Divaker's office located?
What is Dr. Divaker's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Divaker's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1275646218.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Divaker?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Divaker
What is Dr. Shashi Divaker's specialty?
Dr. Divaker is a Internist near Philadelphia, PA.
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. Shashi Divaker affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Divaker is affiliated with Temple University Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Penn Medicine Pennsylvania Hospital, Penn Medicine Hospital Of The University Of Pennsylvania, Thomas Jefferson University Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Shashi Divaker accepting new patients in Philadelphia, PA?
Yes, Dr. Shashi Divaker is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shashi Divaker offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Divaker's office at (215) 685-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shashi Divaker?
Please contact Dr. Divaker's office at (215) 685-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shashi Divaker have?
Dr. Shashi Divaker is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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