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Who is Dr. Sivakumar, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sivakumar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sivakumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sivakumar’s office at (718) 616-3000.
What languages does Dr. Sivakumar speak?
Dr. Sivakumar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sivakumar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Sivakumar 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. Sivakumar. 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 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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sivakumar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar 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. Sivakumar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sivakumar accept my insurance?
Dr. Sivakumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 616-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sivakumar accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sivakumar in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Centers Plan For Healthy Living
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elderplan
EmblemHealth
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
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Where is Dr. Sivakumar's office located?
Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar's Primary Practice
2601 Ocean Pkwy
Brooklyn, NY 11235
(718) 616-3000
What is Dr. Sivakumar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sivakumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508488289.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sivakumar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sivakumar
What is Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar's specialty?
Dr. Sivakumar is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Keerthiga Sivakumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sivakumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Coney Island Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Keerthiga Sivakumar accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Keerthiga Sivakumar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sivakumar's office at (718) 616-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Keerthiga Sivakumar?
Please contact Dr. Sivakumar's office at (718) 616-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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