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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakshman, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vishva Lakshman, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Lakshman is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakshman’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakshman’s office at (323) 226-7556.
Is Dr. Lakshman board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vishva Lakshman, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Lakshman speak?
Dr. Lakshman and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Lakshman treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Lakshman 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. Lakshman. 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:
- Cancer pain
- Cancer--Living with Cancer
- Pain
- Cancer Pain
- Cancer Pain (PDQ)
- Pain from cancer
- Tumor pain
- Neoplasm pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G893: Neoplasm related pain (acute) (chronic)
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Which procedures does Dr. Lakshman perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vishva Lakshman 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. Lakshman's office.
Does Dr. Lakshman accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakshman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (323) 226-7556 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakshman accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Lakshman in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
Kaiser Permanente
OptumRx
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Lakshman's office located?
What is Dr. Lakshman's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakshman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639456403.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakshman?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakshman
What is Dr. Vishva Lakshman's specialty?
Dr. Lakshman is a Internist near San Diego, CA.
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. Lakshman to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vishva Lakshman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakshman is affiliated with Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas, Scripps Memorial Hospital La Jolla 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?
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Is Vishva Lakshman accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vishva Lakshman is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishva Lakshman offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakshman's office at (323) 226-7556 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishva Lakshman?
Please contact Dr. Lakshman's office at (323) 226-7556 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vishva Lakshman have?
Dr. Vishva Lakshman is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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