26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gopalakrishnan, Internist in Charlotte, NC?
Where did Dr. Gopalakrishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Tulane University, Geriatric/Chronic Diseases | tulane university, geriatrics, la, usa
Residency: Tulane Univ Sch Of Med, Geriatric Medicine-Internal Medicine; Wright State Univ Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Wright State University Boonshoft School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | St. John's Medical College | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute | Rajiv Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Gopalakrishnan board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Gopalakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1999, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Gopalakrishnan speak?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gopalakrishnan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gopalakrishnan 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. Gopalakrishnan. 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gopalakrishnan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Santosh Gopalakrishnan 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. Gopalakrishnan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gopalakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (910) 291-6904 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gopalakrishnan accept in Charlotte, NC?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan in Charlotte, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alliance Health
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Gopalakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Santosh Gopalakrishnan's Primary Practice
10628 Park Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
(910) 291-6904
What hospitals are Dr. Gopalakrishnan affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Gopalakrishnan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Gopalakrishnan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gopalakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205853991.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gopalakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gopalakrishnan
What is Dr. Santosh Gopalakrishnan's specialty?
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.