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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shivaram, Internist in Morehead, KY?
Dr. Indu Shivaram, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Morehead, KY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 37 years. Dr. Shivaram completed her residency at North Genl Hospital. Dr. Shivaram is fluent in English, Hindi, Irish, Italian, Kannada, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shivaram’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shivaram’s office at (434) 584-2273.
Where did Dr. Shivaram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: North Genl Hospital
What languages does Dr. Shivaram speak?
Dr. Shivaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Irish
Italian
Kannada
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shivaram typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shivaram 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. Shivaram. 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:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
- Pulmonary Emphysema
- Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
- J439: Emphysema, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asthma
- Reactive Airway Disease
- Bronchial Asthma
- Allergic Asthma
ICD-10 Codes:
- J45909: Unspecified asthma, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
- Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
- Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shivaram typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Shivaram performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Shivaram. 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:
- Lung or Chest Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Percutaneous lung biopsy
- Mediastinum core needle biopsy
- Image-guided lung biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 32408: Core needle biopsy, lung or mediastinum, percutaneous, including imaging guidance, when performed
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Lung Scope with Biopsy
- Bronchial Biopsy
- Endobronchial Biopsy
- Flexible Bronchoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 31625: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial or endobronchial biopsy(s), single or multiple sites
Does Dr. Shivaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Shivaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (434) 584-2273 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shivaram accept in Morehead, KY?
Dr. Shivaram in Morehead, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Kentucky
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Shivaram's office located?
Dr. Indu Shivaram's Primary Practice
245 Flemingsburg Rd
Morehead, KY 40351
(434) 584-2273
What is Dr. Shivaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shivaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194817619.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shivaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shivaram
What is Dr. Indu Shivaram's specialty?
Dr. Shivaram is a Internist near Morehead, KY.
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. Indu Shivaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shivaram is affiliated with Meadowview Regional Medical Center 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 Indu Shivaram accepting new patients in Morehead, KY?
Yes, Dr. Indu Shivaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Indu Shivaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (434) 584-2273 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Indu Shivaram?
Please contact Dr. Shivaram's office at (434) 584-2273 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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