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Who is Dr. Thakkar, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Nirav Thakkar, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Melbourne, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thakkar is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thakkar’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thakkar’s office at (703) 396-5292.
What languages does Dr. Thakkar speak?
Dr. Thakkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
What conditions does Dr. Thakkar treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thakkar 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. Thakkar. 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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Dementia with Agitation
- Dementia with Psychotic Symptoms
- Dementia
- Psychotic Disorder
- Agitated dementia
- Restlessness in dementia
- Behavioral problems with dementia
- Cognitive decline with psychosis
- Memory loss with hallucinations
- Neurocognitive disorder with psychotic features
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F03911: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with agitation
- F0392: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with psychotic disturbance
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Delirium
- Acute confusional state
- Acute brain failure
- Toxic encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- F05: Delirium due to known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Muscle Disorder
- Muscle disease
- Muscle weakness
- Myopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G729: Myopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
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:
- Adult Failure to Thrive
- Geriatric Failure to Thrive
- Unexplained Decline in Adults
- Wasting Syndrome in Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- R627: Adult failure to thrive
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Which procedures does Dr. Thakkar perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nirav Thakkar may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thakkar's office.
Does Dr. Thakkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Thakkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 396-5292 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thakkar accept in Melbourne, FL?
Dr. Thakkar in Melbourne, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Health First Health Plans
Humana
Medicare
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Thakkar's office located?
Dr. Nirav Thakkar's Primary Practice
2200 W Eau Gallie Blvd Ste 200
Melbourne, FL 32935
(703) 396-5292
What is Dr. Thakkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thakkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144579327.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thakkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thakkar
What is Dr. Nirav Thakkar's specialty?
Dr. Thakkar is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Melbourne, FL. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Thakkar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nirav Thakkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Thakkar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Holmes Regional Medical Center, Palm Bay Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
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Is Nirav Thakkar accepting new patients in Melbourne, FL?
Yes, Dr. Nirav Thakkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nirav Thakkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (703) 396-5292 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nirav Thakkar?
Please contact Dr. Thakkar's office at (703) 396-5292 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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