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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Krishnan, Internist in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Dena Krishnan, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Suffolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Krishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnan’s office.
What languages does Dr. Krishnan speak?
Dr. Krishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Krishnan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
- Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
- General Observation for Excluded Conditions
- Broad Diagnostic Observation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out
Also known as:
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
- Irregular heartbeat
- Heart rhythm disorder
- Cardiac dysrhythmia
ICD-10 Codes:
- R002: Palpitations
- I499: Cardiac arrhythmia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Krishnan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dena Krishnan 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
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Krishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Krishnan 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. Krishnan accept in Suffolk, VA?
Dr. Krishnan in Suffolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Allied Benefit Systems
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Employee Benefit Management Services Administered Payer
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Krishnan's office located?
What is Dr. Krishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Krishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720372428.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Krishnan
What is Dr. Dena Krishnan's specialty?
Dr. Krishnan is a Internist near Suffolk, VA.
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. Dena Krishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Krishnan is affiliated with Bon Secours Maryview Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Virginia Beach 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 Dena Krishnan accepting new patients in Suffolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Dena Krishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dena Krishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dena Krishnan?
Please contact Dr. Krishnan's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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