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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuzhandai Velu, Hospitalist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kuzhandai Velu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuzhandai Velu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuzhandai Velu’s office at (256) 265-1000.
What languages does Dr. Kuzhandai Velu speak?
Dr. Kuzhandai Velu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kuzhandai Velu typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Kuzhandai Velu 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. Kuzhandai Velu. 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:
- 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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Kuzhandai Velu typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu may include:
Please contact Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuzhandai Velu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuzhandai Velu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 265-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuzhandai Velu accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Kuzhandai Velu in Huntsville, AL 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
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's office located?
Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu's Primary Practice
101 Sivley Rd SW
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 265-1000
What is Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972165355.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuzhandai Velu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuzhandai Velu
What is Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu's specialty?
Dr. Kuzhandai Velu is a Hospitalist near Huntsville, AL.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuzhandai Velu is affiliated with Huntsville 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 Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's office at (256) 265-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dhivya Kuzhandai Velu?
Please contact Dr. Kuzhandai Velu's office at (256) 265-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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