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Who is Dr. Varughese, Internist in Terrytown, LA?
Dr. Shibu Varughese, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Terrytown, LA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Varughese is fluent in English and Malayalam, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varughese’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varughese’s office at (504) 265-8304.
Is Dr. Varughese board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shibu Varughese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Varughese speak?
Dr. Varughese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Malayalam
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Varughese typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Varughese 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. Varughese. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Right Hip Pain
- Left Hip Pain
- Hip Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Sore Right Hip
- Right Hip Ache
- Right Hip Discomfort
- Sore Left Hip
- Left Hip Ache
- Left Hip Discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M25551: Pain in right hip
- M25552: Pain in left hip
Also known as:
- Low Blood Volume
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Hypovolemia
- Volume Depletion
- Low Fluid Volume
ICD-10 Codes:
- E861: Hypovolemia
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Secondary Polycythemia
- Blood Disorder
- High red blood cell count (secondary)
- Excess red blood cells (secondary)
- Acquired polycythemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D751: Secondary polycythemia
Also known as:
- Charcot's Joint
- Joint Disorder
- Neuropathic Arthropathy
- Neurogenic Joint Disease
- Charcot Arthropathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1460: Charcot's joint, unspecified site
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Varughese typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Varughese 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. Varughese. 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:
- Multiple Trigger Point Injections
- Trigger Point Release Injections
- Muscle Pain Injections
- Myofascial Pain Injections
CPT Codes:
- 20553: Injection(s); single or multiple trigger point(s), 3 or more muscles
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Aspiration
- Arthrocentesis
- Joint Fluid Removal
- Bursa Injection
CPT Codes:
- 20605: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, intermediate joint or bursa (eg, temporomandibular, acromioclavicular, wrist, elbow or ankle, olecranon bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Lesions
- Removal of Precancerous Skin Spots
- Shaving of Small Skin Lesion (Face/Head)
- Skin Conditions
- Actinic Keratosis Treatment
- Premalignant Lesion Destruction
- Skin Cancer Prevention Treatment
- Cryosurgery for Skin Lesions
- Destruction of Actinic Keratoses
- Precancerous Lesion Treatment
- Epidermal Lesion Shave Excision
- Dermal Lesion Removal
- Skin Growth Shaving
CPT Codes:
- 17000: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); first lesion
- 17004: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses), 15 or more lesions
- 17003: Destruction (eg, laser surgery, electrosurgery, cryosurgery, chemosurgery, surgical curettement), premalignant lesions (eg, actinic keratoses); second through 14 lesions, each (List separately in addition to code for first lesion)
- 11310: Shaving of epidermal or dermal lesion, single lesion, face, ears, eyelids, nose, lips, mucous membrane; lesion diameter 0.5 cm or less
Does Dr. Varughese accept my insurance?
Dr. Varughese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 265-8304 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Varughese accept in Terrytown, LA?
Dr. Varughese in Terrytown, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Varughese's office located?
Dr. Shibu Varughese's Primary Practice
1620 Belle Chasse Hwy Ste 101
Terrytown, LA 70056
(504) 265-8304
What is Dr. Varughese's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Varughese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346475506.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varughese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Varughese
What is Dr. Shibu Varughese's specialty?
Dr. Varughese is a Internist near Terrytown, LA.
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. Shibu Varughese affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Varughese is affiliated with Ochsner Medical Center - New Orleans, West Jefferson Medical Center, Memorial Hospital West, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Slidell Memorial Hospital 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
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Is Shibu Varughese accepting new patients in Terrytown, LA?
Yes, Dr. Shibu Varughese is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shibu Varughese offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (504) 265-8304 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shibu Varughese?
Please contact Dr. Varughese's office at (504) 265-8304 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shibu Varughese have?
Dr. Shibu Varughese is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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