Who is Dr. Makombe, Family Medicine Specialist in Largo, FL?
Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Largo, FL. Dr. Makombe is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makombe’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makombe’s office at (727) 581-8767.
What languages does Dr. Makombe speak?
Dr. Makombe and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Spanish
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Makombe typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Makombe 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. Makombe. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Stroke
- Post-stroke Problems
- Effects of Stroke
- Stroke After-effects
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Makombe typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Makombe's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Makombe accept my insurance?
Dr. Makombe accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (727) 581-8767 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makombe accept in Largo, FL?
Dr. Makombe in Largo, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Makombe's office located?
What is Dr. Makombe's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makombe's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295022036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makombe?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makombe
What is Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe's specialty?
Dr. Makombe is a Family Medicine Specialist near Largo, FL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Makombe is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Adventhealth Carrollwood. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Scheri-Lyn Makombe accepting new patients in Largo, FL?
Yes, Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Scheri-Lyn Makombe offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makombe's office at (727) 581-8767 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Scheri-Lyn Makombe?
Please contact Dr. Makombe's office at (727) 581-8767 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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