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Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy, MD

Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy, MD

San Francisco, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palanisamy, Family Medicine Specialist in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Francisco, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Palanisamy completed his residency at Stanford University Medical Center. Dr. Palanisamy is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palanisamy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palanisamy’s office at (415) 600-3503.

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

    • Residency: Stanford University Medical Center | Stanford / O'Connor Family Residency Program | Stanford / O'Connor Family Residency Program

    Is Dr. Palanisamy board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palanisamy speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Palanisamy treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Palanisamy 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. Palanisamy. 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:

    • Fatigue
    • Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS)
    • Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
    • Tiredness
    • Lack of energy
    • Exhaustion
    • Myalgic encephalomyelitis (ME)
    • Long-term tiredness
    • Persistent fatigue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R5383: Other fatigue
    • R5382: Chronic fatigue, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hashimoto's Disease
    • Thyroid Disease
    • Hashimoto's disease
    • Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Mixed Symptoms
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome with Constipation
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
    • Irritable Bowel Syndrome
    • IBS-M
    • Spastic Colon with Mixed Symptoms
    • Functional Bowel Disorder
    • IBS-C
    • Constipation-Predominant IBS
    • Spastic Colon with Constipation
    • Spastic Colon
    • IBS

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K582: Mixed irritable bowel syndrome
    • K581: Irritable bowel syndrome with constipation
    • K589: Irritable bowel syndrome, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Constipation
    • Difficulty Passing Stool
    • Infrequent Bowel Movements
    • Hard Stools

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5900: Constipation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Menopause
    • Climacteric
    • The Change of Life
    • Postmenopause

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N951: Menopausal and female climacteric states

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Bloating
    • Gas
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Bloated Stomach
    • Swollen Belly
    • Gaseous Distension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)

    Also known as:

    • Joint Pain
    • Joint Disorder
    • Pain
    • Arthralgia
    • Aching joints
    • Sore joints

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M2550: Pain in unspecified joint

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Autism
    • Autism Spectrum Disorder
    • Classic Autism', 'Kanner's Syndrome
    • Severe Autism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F840: Autistic disorder

    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:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
    • Unusual immune findings
    • Abnormal immunology results
    • Abnormal serum immunology

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
    • Blood
    • Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
    • Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
    • Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry

    Which procedures does Dr. Palanisamy perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy may include:

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

    Does Dr. Palanisamy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palanisamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 600-3503 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palanisamy accept in San Francisco, CA?

    Dr. Palanisamy in San Francisco, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • BCBS Unspecified

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palanisamy's office located?

    Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy's Primary Practice

    2300 California St Ste 103

    San Francisco, CA 94115

    (415) 600-3503

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    Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy's Practice 2

    2800 L St

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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    Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy's Practice 3

    2801 K St Ste 240

    Sacramento, CA 95816

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

    Dr. Palanisamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114009230.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palanisamy?

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

    What is Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy's specialty?

    Dr. Palanisamy is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Francisco, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Palanisamy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palanisamy is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Sutter Roseville Medical Center 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 Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist 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 Akilesh Palanisamy accepting new patients in San Francisco, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palanisamy's office at (415) 600-3503 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Akilesh Palanisamy?

    Please contact Dr. Palanisamy's office at (415) 600-3503 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy have?

    Dr. Akilesh Palanisamy is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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