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Who is Dr. Chandrasekaran, Internist in Salem, MA?
Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Salem, MA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Chandrasekaran graduated from Medical College and completed her residency at Salem Hospital Program. Dr. Chandrasekaran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrasekaran’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrasekaran’s office.
Where did Dr. Chandrasekaran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Salem Hospital Program
Medical School: Medical College
What languages does Dr. Chandrasekaran speak?
Dr. Chandrasekaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Chandrasekaran treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Chandrasekaran 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. Chandrasekaran. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
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:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Trouble sleeping
- Sleeplessness
- Chronic insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5105: Insomnia due to other mental disorder
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:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Which procedures does Dr. Chandrasekaran perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office.
Does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrasekaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept in Salem, MA?
Dr. Chandrasekaran in Salem, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AllWays Health Partners (MA)
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)
Express Scripts
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chandrasekaran's office located?
What is Dr. Chandrasekaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrasekaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558672188.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrasekaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrasekaran
What is Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran's specialty?
Dr. Chandrasekaran is a Internist near Salem, MA.
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. Chandrasekaran to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekaran is affiliated with Lowell General Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Massachusetts General 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 Poongodi Chandrasekaran accepting new patients in Salem, MA?
Yes, Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Poongodi Chandrasekaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Poongodi Chandrasekaran?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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