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Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal, MD

Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal, MD

West Columbia, SC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal, Internist in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal completed his residency at Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Nephrology; St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine. Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal is fluent in English, Malayalam, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal’s office at (803) 791-2480.

    Where did Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Strong Mem Hsp U Rochester, Nephrology; St Mary'S Hosp-Unity Hlth Sys, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India

    Is Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal speak?

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

    • English

    • Malayalam

    • Tamil

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal 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. Thanumalaya Perumal. 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:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    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:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • GI Bleeding
    • Internal Digestive Bleeding
    • Digestive Tract Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal may include:

    Please contact Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 791-2480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal accept in West Columbia, SC?

    Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal's office located?

    Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal's Primary Practice

    2720 Sunset Blvd

    West Columbia, SC 29169

    (803) 791-2480

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    Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal's Practice 2

    1053 Center St

    West Columbia, SC 29169

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    Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal's Practice 3

    111 Doctor Cir

    Columbia, SC 29203

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

    Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770555872.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal?

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

    What is Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal's specialty?

    Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal is a Internist near West Columbia, SC.

    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. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Greenville Memorial 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 Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?

    Yes, Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal's office at (803) 791-2480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal?

    Please contact Dr. Thanumalaya Perumal's office at (803) 791-2480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal have?

    Dr. Arumugam Thanumalaya Perumal is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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