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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karlekar, Internist in Brentwood, TN?
Dr. Kavita Karlekar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brentwood, TN. Dr. Karlekar graduated from The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University. Dr. Karlekar is fluent in English, German, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karlekar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karlekar’s office at (615) 376-2601.
Where did Dr. Karlekar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Other | The Warren Alpert Medical School of Brown University
What languages does Dr. Karlekar speak?
Dr. Karlekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Karlekar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Karlekar 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. Karlekar. 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 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 Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
- Women's Health Checkup
- Women's checkup, all clear
- Pelvic exam, normal results
- OB/GYN visit, no issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Karlekar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kavita Karlekar 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. Karlekar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karlekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Karlekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 376-2601 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karlekar accept in Brentwood, TN?
Dr. Karlekar in Brentwood, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Christian Healthcare Ministries
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karlekar's office located?
Dr. Kavita Karlekar's Primary Practice
1607 Westgate Cir Ste 200
Brentwood, TN 37027
(615) 376-2601
What is Dr. Karlekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karlekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1134337983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karlekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karlekar
What is Dr. Kavita Karlekar's specialty?
Dr. Karlekar is a Internist near Brentwood, TN.
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. Kavita Karlekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karlekar is affiliated with Williamson Health, Maury Regional Medical Center 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kavita Karlekar accepting new patients in Brentwood, TN?
Yes, Dr. Kavita Karlekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavita Karlekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karlekar's office at (615) 376-2601 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavita Karlekar?
Please contact Dr. Karlekar's office at (615) 376-2601 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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