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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Brahmashettar, Internist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Brahmashettar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Brahmashettar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Brahmashettar’s office at (443) 949-7380.
What languages does Dr. Brahmashettar speak?
Dr. Brahmashettar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Brahmashettar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Brahmashettar 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. Brahmashettar. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Unstable Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Unstable Chest Pain
- Acute Coronary Syndrome
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Unstable Angina
ICD-10 Codes:
- I25110: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with unstable angina pectoris
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Brahmashettar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar 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. Brahmashettar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Brahmashettar accept my insurance?
Dr. Brahmashettar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 949-7380 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Brahmashettar accept in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Brahmashettar in Stanford, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Advantage
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicaid
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Brahmashettar's office located?
Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar's Primary Practice
300 Pasteur Dr
Stanford, CA 94305
(443) 949-7380
What is Dr. Brahmashettar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Brahmashettar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699304642.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Brahmashettar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Brahmashettar
What is Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar's specialty?
Dr. Brahmashettar is a Internist near Stanford, CA.
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. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Brahmashettar is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Brahmashettar's office at (443) 949-7380 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijayalakshmi Brahmashettar?
Please contact Dr. Brahmashettar's office at (443) 949-7380 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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