Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Venkatasamy, Internist in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Plantation, FL. He is board certified. Dr. Venkatasamy graduated from Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center. He is a member of the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS. Dr. Venkatasamy is fluent in English, Arabic, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatasamy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatasamy’s office at (954) 474-4500.
Where did Dr. Venkatasamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: GERIATRIC MEDICINE, OUR LADY OF MERCY MEDICAL CENTER, BRONX, NY | NEPHROLOGY, MADRAS MEDICAL COLLEGE, MADRAS, *IN | Our Lady Of Mercy Medical Center
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center | INTERNAL MEDICINE, Madurai Medical College, India | New York Medical College (Metropolitan) Program
Medical School: Madurai Medical College, Tamil Nadu Dr Mgr Medical University | University of Oxford Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Venkatasamy board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Venkatasamy speak?
Dr. Venkatasamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Arabic
English
Tamil
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Venkatasamy typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Venkatasamy 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. Venkatasamy. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Venkatasamy typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy 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. Venkatasamy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Venkatasamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatasamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 474-4500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatasamy accept in Plantation, FL?
Dr. Venkatasamy in Plantation, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AMA Insurance Services
Broward Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
EmblemHealth
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Venkatasamy's office located?
Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy's Primary Practice
9633 W Broward Blvd Ste 5
Plantation, FL 33324
(954) 474-4500
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
AMERICAN COLLEGE OF PHYSICIANS
Member
What is Dr. Venkatasamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatasamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619938719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatasamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatasamy
What is Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy's specialty?
Dr. Venkatasamy is a Internist near Plantation, FL.
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. Durairaj Venkatasamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Venkatasamy is affiliated with Hca Florida Westside Hospital, Memorial Regional Hospital, Holy Cross 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 Durairaj Venkatasamy accepting new patients in Plantation, FL?
Yes, Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkatasamy's office at (954) 474-4500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Durairaj Venkatasamy?
Please contact Dr. Venkatasamy's office at (954) 474-4500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy have?
Dr. Durairaj Venkatasamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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