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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rupendu, Internist in Rocky Mount, NC?
Dr. Shwetha Rupendu is an Internist, who primarily practices in Rocky Mount, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Rupendu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rupendu’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rupendu’s office at (828) 456-7311.
What languages does Dr. Rupendu speak?
Dr. Rupendu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rupendu typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rupendu 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. Rupendu. 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.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rupendu typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shwetha Rupendu 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
Please contact Dr. Rupendu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rupendu accept my insurance?
Dr. Rupendu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (828) 456-7311 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rupendu accept in Rocky Mount, NC?
Dr. Rupendu in Rocky Mount, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rupendu's office located?
Dr. Shwetha Rupendu's Primary Practice
2460 Curtis Ellis Dr
Rocky Mount, NC 27804
(828) 456-7311
What is Dr. Rupendu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rupendu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1467004366.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rupendu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rupendu
What is Dr. Shwetha Rupendu's specialty?
Dr. Rupendu is a Internist near Rocky Mount, NC.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Shwetha Rupendu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rupendu is affiliated with The University Of Tennessee Medical Center which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Shwetha Rupendu accepting new patients in Rocky Mount, NC?
Yes, Dr. Shwetha Rupendu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shwetha Rupendu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rupendu's office at (828) 456-7311 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shwetha Rupendu?
Please contact Dr. Rupendu's office at (828) 456-7311 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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