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Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam, MD

Massena, NY

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    Who is Dr. Sivapalasingam, Internist in Massena, NY?

    Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Massena, NY with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sivapalasingam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivapalasingam’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivapalasingam’s office at (718) 583-7736.

    Is Dr. Sivapalasingam board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sivapalasingam speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Sivapalasingam treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Sivapalasingam 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. Sivapalasingam. 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:

    • Dependence on Ventilator
    • Respirator Dependence
    • Breathing Machine Reliance
    • Long-term Ventilation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Pain
    • Body ache
    • Discomfort
    • Soreness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R52: Pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    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:

    • Chronic Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Long-term lung failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure
    • Chronic lung insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9610: Chronic respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sore
    • Pressure Sores
    • Bed Sore
    • Decubitus Ulcer
    • Pressure Ulcer

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes-related Health Problems
    • Long-term Diabetes Effects
    • Diabetes Side Effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E138: Other specified diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    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:

    • Opioid Dependence
    • Opioids and Opioid Use Disorder (OUD)
    • Prescription Drug Misuse
    • Opioid addiction
    • Opioid use disorder
    • OUD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F1120: Opioid dependence, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Seizures
    • Convulsions
    • Epileptic events
    • Fits

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4089: Other seizures

    Also known as:

    • Gastrostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • G-tube Care
    • Feeding Tube Management
    • Stomach Tube Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z431: Encounter for attention to gastrostomy

    Also known as:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Sivapalasingam perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sivapalasingam's office.

    Does Dr. Sivapalasingam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sivapalasingam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 583-7736 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sivapalasingam accept in Massena, NY?

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

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • MVP Healthcare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sivapalasingam's office located?

    Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam's Primary Practice

    1 Hospital Dr Fl 3

    Massena, NY 13662

    (718) 583-7736

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    Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam's Practice 2

    10 State Highway 37B

    Massena, NY 13662

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    Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam's Practice 3

    2015 Grand Concourse

    Bronx, NY 10453

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam?

    Dr. Sivapalasingam has appointments available at her Massena, NY office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.

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

    Dr. Sivapalasingam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780846477.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivapalasingam?

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

    What is Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam's specialty?

    Dr. Sivapalasingam is a Internist near Massena, NY.

    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. Sivapalasingam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Sivapalasingam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nigelarani Sivapalasingam accepting new patients in Massena, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sivapalasingam, or call (718) 583-7736 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Nigelarani Sivapalasingam?

    Please contact Dr. Sivapalasingam's office at (718) 583-7736 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam have?

    Dr. Nigelarani Sivapalasingam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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