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Dr. Charmian Sittambalam, MD

Baltimore, MD

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sittambalam, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Charmian Sittambalam, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Sittambalam is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sittambalam’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sittambalam’s office at (443) 777-7155.

    What languages does Dr. Sittambalam speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Sittambalam treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Sittambalam 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. Sittambalam. 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:

    • Disorientation
    • Delirium
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Mental Confusion
    • Loss of Bearings

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R410: Disorientation, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Dementia with Behavioral Changes
    • Dementia
    • Dementia with behavioral problems
    • Cognitive decline with behavior issues
    • Memory loss with personality changes
    • Cognitive decline
    • Memory loss
    • Brain disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F03918: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, with other behavioral disturbance
    • F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety

    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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Cognitive and Awareness Problems
    • Mental Disorder
    • Mental Function Issues
    • Thinking Problems
    • Awareness Difficulties

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4189: Other symptoms and signs involving cognitive functions and awareness

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
    • High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
    • Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Other Medical Certificate Issuance
    • Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
    • Special Medical Note
    • Other Health Clearance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate

    Which procedures does Dr. Sittambalam perform as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Charmian Sittambalam may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sittambalam's office.

    Does Dr. Sittambalam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sittambalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 777-7155 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sittambalam accept in Baltimore, MD?

    Dr. Sittambalam in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • MedStar Health

    • State of Colorado

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Sittambalam's office located?

    Dr. Charmian Sittambalam's Primary Practice

    6821 Reisterstown Rd Ste 106

    Baltimore, MD 21215

    (443) 777-7155

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    Dr. Charmian Sittambalam's Practice 2

    9000 Franklin Square Dr

    Baltimore, MD 21237

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    Dr. Charmian Sittambalam's Practice 3

    1406 Crain Hwy S Ste 106

    Glen Burnie, MD 21061

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

    Dr. Sittambalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013208461.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sittambalam?

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

    What is Dr. Charmian Sittambalam's specialty?

    Dr. Sittambalam is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Baltimore, MD. 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. Sittambalam to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Charmian Sittambalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sittambalam is affiliated with MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, MedStar Franklin Square 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

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Charmian Sittambalam accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?

    Yes, Dr. Charmian Sittambalam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Charmian Sittambalam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sittambalam's office at (443) 777-7155 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Charmian Sittambalam?

    Please contact Dr. Sittambalam's office at (443) 777-7155 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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