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24 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Chinnappan, Internist in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Britto Chinnappan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Myers, FL with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chinnappan completed his residency at St Vincent's Health Center. Dr. Chinnappan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chinnappan’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chinnappan’s office at (239) 418-1118.
Where did Dr. Chinnappan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent's Health Center
Is Dr. Chinnappan board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Britto Chinnappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chinnappan speak?
Dr. Chinnappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Chinnappan treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Chinnappan 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. Chinnappan. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Damage
- Diabetic Polyneuropathy
- Peripheral Neuropathy from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications
- E1142: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic polyneuropathy
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Pansinusitis
- Sinusitis
- Acute widespread sinus infection
- Acute inflammation of all sinuses
- Severe acute sinusitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0140: Acute pansinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Long-Term Blood Thinner Use
- Blood Thinners
- Chronic anticoagulant therapy
- Ongoing blood thinner treatment
- Anticoagulant medication use
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7901: Long term (current) use of anticoagulants
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lower Back Spondylosis with Pinched Nerve
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- Spine Injuries and Disorder
- Lumbar Spondylotic Radiculopathy
- Lower Back Arthritis with Nerve Pain
- Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
ICD-10 Codes:
- M4726: Other spondylosis with radiculopathy, lumbar region
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chinnappan perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Britto Chinnappan 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chinnappan's office.
Does Dr. Chinnappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Chinnappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (239) 418-1118 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chinnappan accept in Fort Myers, FL?
Dr. Chinnappan in Fort Myers, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Benefit Services
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Key Benefit Administrators
Medicare
ORR-Funded Medical Assistance Program
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chinnappan's office located?
Dr. Britto Chinnappan's Primary Practice
9671 Gladiolus Dr Ste 107
Fort Myers, FL 33908
(239) 418-1118
What is Dr. Chinnappan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chinnappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750477709.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chinnappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chinnappan
What is Dr. Britto Chinnappan's specialty?
Dr. Chinnappan is a Internist near Fort Myers, FL.
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. Chinnappan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Britto Chinnappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Chinnappan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Lee Memorial Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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?
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Is Britto Chinnappan accepting new patients in Fort Myers, FL?
Yes, Dr. Britto Chinnappan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Britto Chinnappan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chinnappan's office at (239) 418-1118 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Britto Chinnappan?
Please contact Dr. Chinnappan's office at (239) 418-1118 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Britto Chinnappan have?
Dr. Britto Chinnappan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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