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43 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Niranjan, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Golden, CO?
Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Golden, CO. He has been practicing for over 43 years and is board certified. Dr. Niranjan completed his residency at Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Niranjan is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Niranjan’s office at (303) 949-1250.
Where did Dr. Niranjan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geo Washington Univ Sch Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Va Med Center
Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India
Is Dr. Niranjan board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Niranjan speak?
Dr. Niranjan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Niranjan typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Niranjan 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. Niranjan. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
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:
- Localized Swelling
- Edema
- Localized Edema
- Fluid Retention
- Swelling in one area
ICD-10 Codes:
- R600: Localized edema
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Niranjan typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan may include:
Please contact Dr. Niranjan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Niranjan accept my insurance?
Dr. Niranjan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (303) 949-1250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Niranjan accept in Golden, CO?
Dr. Niranjan in Golden, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Humana
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Where is Dr. Niranjan's office located?
Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan's Primary Practice
5920 McIntyre St
Golden, CO 80403
(303) 949-1250
What is Dr. Niranjan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Niranjan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114010436.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Niranjan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Niranjan
What is Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan's specialty?
Dr. Niranjan is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Golden, CO.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Niranjan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Bookanakere Niranjan accepting new patients in Golden, CO?
Yes, Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Niranjan's office at (303) 949-1250 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Bookanakere Niranjan?
Please contact Dr. Niranjan's office at (303) 949-1250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan have?
Dr. Bookanakere Niranjan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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