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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunapalan, Endocrinologist in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Tharini Gunapalan, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Chesapeake, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gunapalan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunapalan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunapalan’s office at (757) 686-0541.
What languages does Dr. Gunapalan speak?
Dr. Gunapalan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gunapalan typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Gunapalan 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. Gunapalan. 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:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Gunapalan typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Tharini Gunapalan may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Gunapalan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunapalan accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunapalan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 686-0541 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunapalan accept in Chesapeake, VA?
Dr. Gunapalan in Chesapeake, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunapalan's office located?
Dr. Tharini Gunapalan's Primary Practice
736 Battlefield Blvd N
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 686-0541
What is Dr. Gunapalan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunapalan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558776427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunapalan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunapalan
What is Dr. Tharini Gunapalan's specialty?
Dr. Gunapalan is a Endocrinologist near Chesapeake, VA.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Tharini Gunapalan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunapalan is affiliated with Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Chesapeake Regional Medical Center, Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital 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
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Is Tharini Gunapalan accepting new patients in Chesapeake, VA?
Yes, Dr. Tharini Gunapalan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tharini Gunapalan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunapalan's office at (757) 686-0541 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Tharini Gunapalan?
Please contact Dr. Gunapalan's office at (757) 686-0541 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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