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Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran, MD

Hospitalist, Internist

Palmer, MA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Dookhran, Hospitalist in Palmer, MA?

    Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Palmer, MA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dookhran is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dookhran’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dookhran’s office at (413) 284-8761.

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

    • Medical School: University of Massachusetts / Worcester Campus

    What languages does Dr. Dookhran speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Dookhran typically treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Dookhran 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. Dookhran. 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:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COPD Flare-Up
    • COPD
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Fainting
    • Syncope
    • Passing out
    • Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R55: Syncope and collapse

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
    • Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Dookhran typically perform?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran may include:

    Please contact Dr. Dookhran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Dookhran accept my insurance?

    Dr. Dookhran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 284-8761 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Dookhran accept in Palmer, MA?

    Dr. Dookhran in Palmer, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • Point32Health

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    Where is Dr. Dookhran's office located?

    Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran's Primary Practice

    40 Wright St

    Palmer, MA 01069

    (413) 284-8761

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    Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran's Practice 2

    211 Park St

    Attleboro, MA 02703

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    Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran's Practice 3

    736 Cambridge St

    Brighton, MA 02135

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

    Dr. Dookhran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073680716.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dookhran?

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

    What is Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran's specialty?

    Dr. Dookhran is a Hospitalist near Palmer, MA.

    What does a Hospitalist do?

    Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.

    Is Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Dookhran is affiliated with The Miriam Hospital, Rhode Island Hospital, Morton Hospital, Tufts Medical Center 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 Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran accepting new patients in Palmer, MA?

    Yes, Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Dookhran's office at (413) 284-8761 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Dhanesh Dookhran?

    Please contact Dr. Dookhran's office at (413) 284-8761 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Dookhran's office located?

    Dr. Dookhran's offices are located in Palmer, MA, Attleboro, MA, and Brighton, MA.