42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ravishankar, Internist in Canton, OH?
Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Canton, OH. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ravishankar graduated from Madras and completed his residency at U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ravishankar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ravishankar’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ravishankar’s office at (330) 455-4999.
Where did Dr. Ravishankar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: U Ma Mem Hlthcare-Mem Campus, Internal Medicine | UMass Memorial Medical Center | Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Family Medicine Program
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras | Madras Med College | Chennai University Of Chennai
Is Dr. Ravishankar board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ravishankar speak?
Dr. Ravishankar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Ravishankar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Ravishankar 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. Ravishankar. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Bronchitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Chest cold
- Inflammation of bronchial tubes
- Acute bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J40: Bronchitis, not specified as acute or chronic
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Urinary Tract Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Other Chronic Pain Condition
- Chronic Pain
- Various chronic pain
- Unspecified long-term pain
- Persistent pain disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8929: Other chronic pain
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Which procedures does Dr. Ravishankar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ravishankar's office.
Does Dr. Ravishankar accept my insurance?
Dr. Ravishankar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (330) 455-4999 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ravishankar accept in Canton, OH?
Dr. Ravishankar in Canton, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Ravishankar's office located?
Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar's Primary Practice
1455 Harrison Ave NW Ste 108
Canton, OH 44708
(330) 455-4999
What is Dr. Ravishankar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ravishankar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942310263.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ravishankar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ravishankar
What is Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar's specialty?
Dr. Ravishankar is a Internist near Canton, OH.
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.
Contact Dr. Ravishankar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ravishankar is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital, Aultman 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 Venkatesan Ravishankar accepting new patients in Canton, OH?
Yes, Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ravishankar's office at (330) 455-4999 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkatesan Ravishankar?
Please contact Dr. Ravishankar's office at (330) 455-4999 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar have?
Dr. Venkatesan Ravishankar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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