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18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dinakar, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Satish Dinakar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Dinakar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dinakar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dinakar’s office at (713) 535-3972.
Is Dr. Dinakar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Satish Dinakar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Dinakar speak?
Dr. Dinakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Dinakar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Dinakar 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. Dinakar. 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:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Cancer Chemotherapy
- Chemo treatment
- Oncology chemotherapy
- Cancer drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5111: Encounter for antineoplastic chemotherapy
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:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Dinakar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Satish Dinakar 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. Dinakar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dinakar accept my insurance?
Dr. Dinakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (713) 535-3972 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dinakar accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Dinakar in Houston, TX 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 Michigan
Cigna Group
Community Health Choice
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
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Where is Dr. Dinakar's office located?
What is Dr. Dinakar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dinakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760593198.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dinakar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dinakar
What is Dr. Satish Dinakar's specialty?
Dr. Dinakar is a Internist near Houston, TX.
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. Satish Dinakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dinakar is affiliated with Houston Methodist Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Satish Dinakar accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Satish Dinakar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Satish Dinakar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dinakar's office at (713) 535-3972 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Satish Dinakar?
Please contact Dr. Dinakar's office at (713) 535-3972 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Satish Dinakar have?
Dr. Satish Dinakar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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