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Who is Dr. Deshpande, Internist in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Pratibha Deshpande, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lufkin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Deshpande graduated from Government Medical College, Aurangabad and completed her residency at St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine. Dr. Deshpande is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Deshpande’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Deshpande’s office at (936) 699-5040.
Where did Dr. Deshpande go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Joseph Mercy-Oakland, Internal Medicine | St Joseph Mercy-Oakland Program
Medical School: Government Medical College, Aurangabad
Is Dr. Deshpande board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Pratibha Deshpande, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Deshpande speak?
Dr. Deshpande and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Deshpande typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande. 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:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Vitamin B12 Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- B Vitamins
- Pernicious Anemia
- B12 Anemia
- Cobalamin Deficiency Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D510: Vitamin B12 deficiency anemia due to intrinsic factor deficiency
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Deshpande typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Deshpande 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. Deshpande. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Does Dr. Deshpande accept my insurance?
Dr. Deshpande accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (936) 699-5040 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Deshpande accept in Lufkin, TX?
Dr. Deshpande in Lufkin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Deshpande's office located?
Dr. Pratibha Deshpande's Primary Practice
818 W Frank Ave
Lufkin, TX 75904
(936) 699-5040
What is Dr. Deshpande's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Deshpande's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164511408.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Deshpande?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Deshpande
What is Dr. Pratibha Deshpande's specialty?
Dr. Deshpande is a Internist near Lufkin, 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. Pratibha Deshpande affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Deshpande is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Nacogdoches 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
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Is Pratibha Deshpande accepting new patients in Lufkin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Pratibha Deshpande is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pratibha Deshpande offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office at (936) 699-5040 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pratibha Deshpande?
Please contact Dr. Deshpande's office at (936) 699-5040 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Pratibha Deshpande have?
Dr. Pratibha Deshpande is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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