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Who is Dr. Visvanathan, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Suren Visvanathan is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Visvanathan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Visvanathan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Visvanathan’s office at (318) 212-9440.
What languages does Dr. Visvanathan speak?
Dr. Visvanathan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Visvanathan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Visvanathan 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. Visvanathan. 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:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Recurrent Severe Depression with Psychosis
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
- Psychotic depression
- Severe depression with delusions
- Depression with hallucinations
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
- F333: Major depressive disorder, recurrent, severe with psychotic symptoms
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brief Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Short-term psychosis
- Acute psychosis
- Temporary mental break
ICD-10 Codes:
- F23: Brief psychotic disorder
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Visvanathan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Suren Visvanathan 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. Visvanathan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Visvanathan accept my insurance?
Dr. Visvanathan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 212-9440 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Visvanathan accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Visvanathan in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Visvanathan's office located?
Dr. Suren Visvanathan's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 212-9440
What is Dr. Visvanathan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Visvanathan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720508716.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Visvanathan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Visvanathan
What is Dr. Suren Visvanathan's specialty?
Dr. Visvanathan is a Internist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Suren Visvanathan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Visvanathan is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland Medical Center, Christus Southeast Texas - St. Elizabeth Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Suren Visvanathan accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Suren Visvanathan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suren Visvanathan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Visvanathan's office at (318) 212-9440 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suren Visvanathan?
Please contact Dr. Visvanathan's office at (318) 212-9440 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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