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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makwana, Endocrinologist in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Ajay Makwana is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Chattanooga, TN with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Makwana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makwana’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makwana’s office at (423) 778-8224.
What languages does Dr. Makwana speak?
Dr. Makwana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Makwana treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Makwana 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. Makwana. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Which procedures does Dr. Makwana perform as an Endocrinologist?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ajay Makwana may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Makwana's office.
Does Dr. Makwana accept my insurance?
Dr. Makwana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (423) 778-8224 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makwana accept in Chattanooga, TN?
Dr. Makwana in Chattanooga, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
State of Arizona
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Makwana's office located?
Dr. Ajay Makwana's Primary Practice
979 E 3rd St Ste A550
Chattanooga, TN 37403
(423) 778-8224
What is Dr. Makwana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makwana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1891315958.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makwana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makwana
What is Dr. Ajay Makwana's specialty?
Dr. Makwana is a Endocrinologist near Chattanooga, TN. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Makwana to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Ajay Makwana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makwana is affiliated with Erlanger Baroness 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
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Is Ajay Makwana accepting new patients in Chattanooga, TN?
Yes, Dr. Ajay Makwana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ajay Makwana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makwana's office at (423) 778-8224 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ajay Makwana?
Please contact Dr. Makwana's office at (423) 778-8224 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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