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Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar, MD

Fort Worth, TX

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sambathkumar, Internist in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fort Worth, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sambathkumar graduated from Madurai Medical College and completed her residency at New York Methodist Hospital Program. Dr. Sambathkumar is fluent in English and Arabic, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sambathkumar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sambathkumar’s office at (817) 810-9810.

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

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Med Coll, Madurai University, Madurai, Tamil Nadu | Madurai Medical College

    Is Dr. Sambathkumar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Sambathkumar speak?

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

    • Arabic

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sambathkumar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Sambathkumar 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. Sambathkumar. 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 White Blood Cell Count
    • Blood Disorder
    • Leukocytosis
    • Elevated leukocyte count
    • High WBC count

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Immune System Disorder
    • Immune System and Disorder
    • Immunity Problems
    • Immune System Dysfunction
    • Immunological Disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D899: Disorder involving the immune mechanism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure
    • Other Acute Renal Failure
    • Other Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
    • N178: Other acute kidney failure

    Also known as:

    • Blood Infection
    • Sepsis
    • Bacteremia
    • Bacteria in blood
    • Bloodstream infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7881: Bacteremia

    Also known as:

    • Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
    • Cellulitis
    • Left Leg Skin Infection
    • Bacterial Left Leg Infection
    • Spreading Left Leg Infection
    • Bacterial Skin Infection
    • Leg Skin Infection
    • Spreading Skin Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
    • L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb

    Also known as:

    • Bone Infection
    • Other Acute Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Osteomyelitis
    • Infected Bone
    • Bone Inflammation
    • Bone Infection Disease
    • Acute Right Ankle and Foot Osteomyelitis
    • Sudden Right Ankle and Foot Bone Infection
    • Right Ankle and Foot Bone Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
    • M86171: Other acute osteomyelitis, right ankle and foot

    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:

    • Peritoneal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Abdominal abscess
    • Intra-abdominal abscess
    • Pus pocket in abdomen

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K651: Peritoneal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Thrombocytopenia
    • Platelet Disorder
    • Low platelet count
    • Platelet deficiency
    • Bleeding disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • HIV
    • Human Immunodeficiency Virus
    • AIDS virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain Dysfunction
    • Brain Condition
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9349: Other encephalopathy

    Which procedures does Dr. Sambathkumar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar may include:

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    Does Dr. Sambathkumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sambathkumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (817) 810-9810 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sambathkumar accept in Fort Worth, TX?

    Dr. Sambathkumar in Fort Worth, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Express Scripts

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sambathkumar's office located?

    Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar's Primary Practice

    1025 College Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

    (817) 810-9810

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    Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar's Practice 2

    1301 Pennsylvania Ave

    Fort Worth, TX 76104

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    Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar's Practice 3

    3410 Worth St Ste 790

    Dallas, TX 75246

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

    Dr. Sambathkumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063657740.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sambathkumar?

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

    What is Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar's specialty?

    Dr. Sambathkumar is a Internist near Fort Worth, TX.

    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. Sambathkumar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sambathkumar is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center - Fort Worth, Baylor University Medical Center, Texas Health Southwest Fort Worth 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 Lakshmi Sambathkumar accepting new patients in Fort Worth, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sambathkumar's office at (817) 810-9810 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Sambathkumar?

    Please contact Dr. Sambathkumar's office at (817) 810-9810 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar have?

    Dr. Lakshmi Sambathkumar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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