17 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Mascarenhas, Internist in Newark, DE?
Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Newark, DE with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years. Dr. Mascarenhas is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mascarenhas’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mascarenhas’s office at (302) 368-2630.
Where did Dr. Mascarenhas go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University
What languages does Dr. Mascarenhas speak?
Dr. Mascarenhas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Mascarenhas typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Mascarenhas 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. Mascarenhas. 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 here.
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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
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:
- Nervous System Symptoms
- Neurologic Disease
- Neurological signs
- Nerve problems
- Brain and nerve symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2990: Unspecified symptoms and signs involving the nervous system
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Mascarenhas typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas 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. Mascarenhas' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mascarenhas accept my insurance?
Dr. Mascarenhas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 368-2630 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mascarenhas accept in Newark, DE?
Dr. Mascarenhas in Newark, DE accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Mascarenhas' office located?
Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas' Primary Practice
111 Continental Dr Ste 406
Newark, DE 19713
(302) 368-2630
What is Dr. Mascarenhas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mascarenhas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326075698.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mascarenhas?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mascarenhas
What is Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas's specialty?
Dr. Mascarenhas is a Internist near Newark, DE.
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. Selvam Mascarenhas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Mascarenhas 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
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Is Selvam Mascarenhas accepting new patients in Newark, DE?
Yes, Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Selvam Mascarenhas offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mascarenhas's office at (302) 368-2630 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Selvam Mascarenhas?
Please contact Dr. Mascarenhas's office at (302) 368-2630 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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