Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sankaran, Pediatrician in Lake Station, IN?
Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in Lake Station, IN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sankaran graduated from Madurai Medical College and completed her residency at Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program. Dr. Sankaran is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sankaran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sankaran’s office at (219) 763-8112.
Where did Dr. Sankaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Brookdale University Hospital and Medical Center Program
Medical School: Madurai Medical College | Tirunelveli Medical College
What languages does Dr. Sankaran speak?
Dr. Sankaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sankaran typically treat?
As a Pediatrician, Dr. Sankaran 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. Sankaran. 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:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Newborn Health Checkup (8-28 Days Old)
- Health Checkup
- Baby Health Checkup
- Infant and Newborn Care
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
- Newborn Exam
- Infant Checkup
- Post-Birth Checkup
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
- Z00111: Health examination for newborn 8 to 28 days old
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sports Participation Health Examination
- Sports Safety
- Sports Physical
- Pre-Participation Physical Exam (PPE)
- Athletic Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z025: Encounter for examination for participation in sport
Also known as:
- ADHD, Combined Type
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
- Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
- Combined ADHD
- Typical ADHD
ICD-10 Codes:
- F902: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, combined type
What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Sankaran typically perform?
As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran may include:
- 12 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 15 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 18 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 1 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 24 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Month Well-Baby Checkup
- 2 Week Well Baby Checkup
- 30 Month Well-Baby Checkup
Please contact Dr. Sankaran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sankaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Sankaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 763-8112 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sankaran accept in Lake Station, IN?
Dr. Sankaran in Lake Station, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
State of Indiana
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sankaran's office located?
Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran's Primary Practice
2490 Central Ave
Lake Station, IN 46405
(219) 763-8112
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran?
Dr. Sankaran has appointments available at her Lake Station, IN office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sankaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sankaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790992782.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sankaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sankaran
What is Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran's specialty?
Dr. Sankaran is a Pediatrician near Lake Station, IN.
What does a Pediatrician do?
A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.
Is this Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sankaran is affiliated with Iu Health North 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
When to see a Pediatrician?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ramadevi Sankaran accepting new patients in Lake Station, IN?
Yes, Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ramadevi Sankaran offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sankaran, or call (219) 763-8112 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Ramadevi Sankaran?
Please contact Dr. Sankaran's office at (219) 763-8112 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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