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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sivam, Hospitalist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Senthil Sivam, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sivam graduated from Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute. Dr. Sivam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivam’s office at (512) 324-7000.
Where did Dr. Sivam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Sri Ramachandra Medical College And Research Institute
Is Dr. Sivam board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Senthil Sivam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sivam speak?
Dr. Sivam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sivam typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Sivam 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. Sivam. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia from Sudden Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Acute Blood Loss Anemia
- Post-Hemorrhagic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D62: Acute posthemorrhagic anemia
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Orthostatic Hypotension
- Autonomic Nervous System Disorder
- Orthostatic hypotension
- Postural Hypotension
- Dizziness on Standing
- Drop in Blood Pressure When Standing
ICD-10 Codes:
- I951: Orthostatic hypotension
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Sivam typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Senthil Sivam may include:
Please contact Dr. Sivam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivam accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (512) 324-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivam accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Sivam in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Sivam's office located?
Dr. Senthil Sivam's Primary Practice
1004 W 32nd St Ste 200
Austin, TX 78705
(512) 324-7000
What is Dr. Sivam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023209210.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivam
What is Dr. Senthil Sivam's specialty?
Dr. Sivam is a Hospitalist near Austin, TX.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Senthil Sivam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sivam is affiliated with Texas Health Frisco, William P. Clements Jr. University Hospital, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Medical City Denton Hospital, Medical City Dallas 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Senthil Sivam accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Senthil Sivam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Senthil Sivam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivam's office at (512) 324-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Senthil Sivam?
Please contact Dr. Sivam's office at (512) 324-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Senthil Sivam have?
Dr. Senthil Sivam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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