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27 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Santhanam, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ravi Santhanam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 27 years and is board certified. Dr. Santhanam is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Santhanam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santhanam’s office at (210) 690-7405.
Is Dr. Santhanam board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ravi Santhanam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Santhanam speak?
Dr. Santhanam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
Urdu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Santhanam typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Santhanam 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. Santhanam. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Santhanam typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ravi Santhanam 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. Santhanam's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Santhanam accept my insurance?
Dr. Santhanam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 690-7405 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Santhanam accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Santhanam in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Health Care Service Corporation
HealthRight Group
Inland Empire Health Plan
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Santhanam's office located?
Dr. Ravi Santhanam's Primary Practice
4458 Medical Dr Ste 505
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 690-7405
What is Dr. Santhanam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Santhanam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598856304.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santhanam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Santhanam
What is Dr. Ravi Santhanam's specialty?
Dr. Santhanam is a Internist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Ravi Santhanam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Santhanam is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ravi Santhanam accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ravi Santhanam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ravi Santhanam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Santhanam's office at (210) 690-7405 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ravi Santhanam?
Please contact Dr. Santhanam's office at (210) 690-7405 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ravi Santhanam have?
Dr. Ravi Santhanam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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