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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shivaprakash, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shivaprakash completed her residency at Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shivaprakash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivaprakash’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivaprakash’s office at (404) 606-0122.
Where did Dr. Shivaprakash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Emory Univ Sch Of Med, Nephrology; St Louis Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Sri Devaraj Urs Med Coll, Bangalore University, Kolar, Karnataka, India
Is Dr. Shivaprakash board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shivaprakash speak?
Dr. Shivaprakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shivaprakash treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shivaprakash 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. Shivaprakash. 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:
- Dialysis Dependence
- Dialysis
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Kidney Dialysis
- Renal Replacement Therapy
- On Dialysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z992: Dependence on renal dialysis
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Overactive Parathyroid Glands due to Kidney Disease
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Renal Hyperparathyroidism
- Secondary Hyperparathyroidism
ICD-10 Codes:
- N2581: Secondary hyperparathyroidism of renal origin
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Protein in Urine
- Urine and Urination
- Proteinuria
- Albuminuria
- Foamy urine
ICD-10 Codes:
- R809: Proteinuria, unspecified
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
Which procedures does Dr. Shivaprakash perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shivaprakash's office.
Does Dr. Shivaprakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaprakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 606-0122 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shivaprakash accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Shivaprakash in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Shivaprakash's office located?
Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash's Primary Practice
2525 Cumberland Pkwy SE
Atlanta, GA 30339
(404) 606-0122
What is Dr. Shivaprakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shivaprakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396770806.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivaprakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shivaprakash
What is Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash's specialty?
Dr. Shivaprakash is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
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.
Contact Dr. Shivaprakash to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shivaprakash is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Vajreshwari Shivaprakash accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shivaprakash's office at (404) 606-0122 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vajreshwari Shivaprakash?
Please contact Dr. Shivaprakash's office at (404) 606-0122 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash have?
Dr. Vajreshwari Shivaprakash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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