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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chandrashekar, Anesthesiologist in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Meera Chandrashekar, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Nashville, TN with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology. Dr. Chandrashekar completed her residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Chandrashekar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrashekar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrashekar’s office at (615) 322-3000.
Where did Dr. Chandrashekar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India
Is Dr. Chandrashekar board certified in Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Meera Chandrashekar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Chandrashekar speak?
Dr. Chandrashekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chandrashekar treat?
As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Chandrashekar 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. Chandrashekar. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophageal Motility Disorder
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
- Esophageal Spasm
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
- K224: Dyskinesia of esophagus
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Barrett's Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Barrett’s Esophagus
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
- Barrett's condition
- Esophageal metaplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
- K2270: Barrett's esophagus without dysplasia
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Portal hypertension
- High Blood Pressure
- Liver Disease
- High blood pressure in the portal vein
- Liver portal pressure
- Elevated portal venous pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K766: Portal hypertension
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Specific Bile Duct and Gallbladder Disease
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallbladder Disease
- Specific Biliary Disorders
- Named Bile Duct Conditions
- Other Defined Biliary Diseases
ICD-10 Codes:
- K838: Other specified diseases of biliary tract
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Which procedures does Dr. Chandrashekar perform as a Anesthesiologist?
As a Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by an Dr. Meera Chandrashekar may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chandrashekar's office.
Does Dr. Chandrashekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrashekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (615) 322-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrashekar accept in Nashville, TN?
Dr. Chandrashekar in Nashville, TN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cambia (Regence)
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Kern Health Systems
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
State of Alabama
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Where is Dr. Chandrashekar's office located?
What is Dr. Chandrashekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrashekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336223452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrashekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrashekar
What is Dr. Meera Chandrashekar's specialty?
Dr. Chandrashekar is a Anesthesiologist near Nashville, TN. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Chandrashekar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Meera Chandrashekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrashekar is affiliated with Vanderbilt University 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
Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?
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Is Meera Chandrashekar accepting new patients in Nashville, TN?
Yes, Dr. Meera Chandrashekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meera Chandrashekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrashekar's office at (615) 322-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meera Chandrashekar?
Please contact Dr. Chandrashekar's office at (615) 322-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meera Chandrashekar have?
Dr. Meera Chandrashekar is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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