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Who is Dr. Awasthi, Internist in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Shankar Awasthi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Baltimore, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Awasthi is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Awasthi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Awasthi’s office.
What languages does Dr. Awasthi speak?
Dr. Awasthi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Nepali
What conditions does Dr. Awasthi treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Awasthi 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. Awasthi. 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:
- Obesity from Excess Calories
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Diet-Related Obesity
- Common Obesity
- Nutritional Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Awasthi perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shankar Awasthi 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Awasthi's office.
Does Dr. Awasthi accept my insurance?
Dr. Awasthi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Awasthi accept in Baltimore, MD?
Dr. Awasthi in Baltimore, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Health Partners Plans
HealthComp
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Awasthi's office located?
What is Dr. Awasthi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Awasthi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1487901518.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Awasthi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Awasthi
What is Dr. Shankar Awasthi's specialty?
Dr. Awasthi is a Internist near Baltimore, MD.
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.
Contact Dr. Awasthi to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Shankar Awasthi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Awasthi is affiliated with Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center, St. Mary Medical Center - Langhorne, PA, Greater Baltimore Medical Center, University of Maryland St. Joseph 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 Internist?
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Is Shankar Awasthi accepting new patients in Baltimore, MD?
Yes, Dr. Shankar Awasthi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shankar Awasthi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Awasthi's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shankar Awasthi?
Please contact Dr. Awasthi's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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