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Who is Dr. Gautam, Internist in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Kripa Gautam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Worcester, MA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gautam is fluent in English, Chinese, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gautam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gautam’s office at (413) 447-2088.
What languages does Dr. Gautam speak?
Dr. Gautam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Hindi
Nepali
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gautam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gautam 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. Gautam. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Heart Failure and End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome with Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
- I132: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and with stage 5 chronic kidney disease, or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Amputation Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Limb Loss
- Post-amputation care
- Limb loss recovery
- Amputee rehabilitation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Aseptic Necrosis
- Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death from Unknown Cause
- Avascular Necrosis of Unknown Origin
- Idiopathic Osteonecrosis
- Bone Death without Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- M87052: Idiopathic aseptic necrosis of left femur
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gautam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kripa Gautam 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. Gautam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gautam accept my insurance?
Dr. Gautam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 447-2088 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gautam accept in Worcester, MA?
Dr. Gautam in Worcester, MA 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 Massachusetts
Commonwealth Care Alliance
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Fallon Health
Humana
Medicare
Point32Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gautam's office located?
What is Dr. Gautam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gautam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447712815.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gautam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gautam
What is Dr. Kripa Gautam's specialty?
Dr. Gautam is a Internist near Worcester, MA.
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. Kripa Gautam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gautam is affiliated with Umass Memorial Medical Center, Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma, Emerson Health 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 Kripa Gautam accepting new patients in Worcester, MA?
Yes, Dr. Kripa Gautam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kripa Gautam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gautam's office at (413) 447-2088 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kripa Gautam?
Please contact Dr. Gautam's office at (413) 447-2088 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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