Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Govindasamy, Hospitalist in Erie, PA?
Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Erie, PA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Govindasamy graduated from Madras and completed his residency at Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Nephrology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Govindasamy is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Govindasamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Govindasamy’s office.
Where did Dr. Govindasamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: UMDNJ - U. Hospital - Newark, NJ Nephrology/Hypertension | SUNY - Stony Brook University Hospital Renal Transplant
Residency: Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Nephrology; Umdnj-New Jersey Med Sch, Internal Medicine | University of Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras
Is Dr. Govindasamy board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2002
What languages does Dr. Govindasamy speak?
Dr. Govindasamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Govindasamy treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Govindasamy 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. Govindasamy. 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:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Kidney Transplant Aftercare
- Kidney Transplantation
- Post-kidney transplant care
- Kidney transplant follow-up
- Renal transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Govindasamy perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Govindasamy's office.
Does Dr. Govindasamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Govindasamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Govindasamy accept in Erie, PA?
Dr. Govindasamy in Erie, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Geisinger Health Plan
Health Partners Plans
HealthNow New York
Highmark Inc.
Independent Health
Medicare
State of New York
UPMC Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Govindasamy's office located?
What is Dr. Govindasamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Govindasamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649372319.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Govindasamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Govindasamy
What is Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy's specialty?
Dr. Govindasamy is a Hospitalist near Erie, PA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Govindasamy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Govindasamy is affiliated with Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Rajesh Govindasamy accepting new patients in Erie, PA?
Yes, Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Govindasamy's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajesh Govindasamy?
Please contact Dr. Govindasamy's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy have?
Dr. Rajesh Govindasamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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