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Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar, MD

Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar, MD

Glen Burnie, MD

37 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ambalavanar, Internist in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Glen Burnie, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Ambalavanar graduated from University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine and completed his residency at Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ambalavanar is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ambalavanar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ambalavanar’s office at (410) 766-6447.

    Where did Dr. Ambalavanar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Harbor Hosp Ctr, Internal Medicine | Arrow Park Hospital | Hertford County Hospital | District Hospital | Harbor-UCLA Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Colombo- Fac Of Med- Colombo- Sri Lanka | University Of Colombo, Facility Of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine

    Is Dr. Ambalavanar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ambalavanar speak?

    Dr. Ambalavanar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Ambalavanar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Ambalavanar 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. Ambalavanar. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Nerve Problems
    • Diabetic Neuropathy
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetic nerve damage
    • Diabetes-related nerve pain
    • Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • Chronic Atrial Fibrillation
    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Persistent AFib
    • Long-term AFib
    • Ongoing Atrial Fibrillation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4820: Chronic atrial fibrillation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Iron Deficiency Anemia
    • Anemia
    • Iron
    • Anemia from Iron Lack
    • Low Iron Anemia
    • Sideropenic Anemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia
    • BPH
    • Prostate Enlargement

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N400: Benign prostatic hyperplasia without lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Heart Failure
    • Congestive Heart Failure
    • CHF
    • Cardiac Insufficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I509: Heart failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Ambalavanar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Ambalavanar's office.

    Does Dr. Ambalavanar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ambalavanar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (410) 766-6447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ambalavanar accept in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Dr. Ambalavanar in Glen Burnie, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • State of Maryland

    • State of Nevada

    • State of Tennessee

    • United American / Torchmark

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Ambalavanar's office located?

    Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar's Primary Practice

    85 Kindred Way Apt 203

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

    (410) 766-6447

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    Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar's Practice 2

    301 Hospital Dr

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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    Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar's Practice 3

    7845 Oakwood Rd Ste 103

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

    (410) 766-6447

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    What is Dr. Ambalavanar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Ambalavanar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477647097.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ambalavanar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ambalavanar

    What is Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar's specialty?

    Dr. Ambalavanar is a Internist near Glen Burnie, MD.

    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. Ambalavanar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ambalavanar is affiliated with MedStar Harbor Hospital, UM Baltimore Washington Medical Center, TidalHealth Nanticoke which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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?

    Explore Internist with 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 Kandasamy Ambalavanar accepting new patients in Glen Burnie, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ambalavanar's office at (410) 766-6447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kandasamy Ambalavanar?

    Please contact Dr. Ambalavanar's office at (410) 766-6447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar have?

    Dr. Kandasamy Ambalavanar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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