Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kesar, Internist in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Vivek Kesar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Roanoke, VA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kesar is fluent in English, Hindi, Panjabi, and Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kesar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kesar’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Kesar?
Dr. Vivek Kesar, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Kesar empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Pancreatic Disease, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Roanoke/VA community, Dr. Kesar is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
What languages does Dr. Kesar speak?
Dr. Kesar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi
Punjabi
What conditions does Dr. Kesar treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kesar 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. Kesar. 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:
- Bile Duct Stones
- Gallstones
- Choledocholithiasis
- Biliary duct calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Other Specific Pancreatic Disease
- Pancreatic Disease
- Miscellaneous Pancreas Disorders
- Named Pancreatic Conditions
- Other Defined Pancreas Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8689: Other specified diseases of pancreas
Also known as:
- Blocked Esophagus
- Esophagus Disorder
- Esophageal Obstruction
- Food Pipe Blockage
- Swallowing Difficulty
ICD-10 Codes:
- K222: Esophageal obstruction
Also known as:
- Blocked Bile Duct
- Bile Duct Disease
- Biliary Obstruction
- Bile Duct Blockage
- Obstructed Bile Duct
ICD-10 Codes:
- K831: Obstruction of bile duct
Which procedures does Dr. Kesar perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vivek Kesar 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. Kesar's office.
Does Dr. Kesar accept my insurance?
Dr. Kesar 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. Kesar accept in Roanoke, VA?
Dr. Kesar in Roanoke, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kesar's office located?
What is Dr. Kesar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kesar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558629857.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kesar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kesar
What is Dr. Vivek Kesar's specialty?
Dr. Kesar is a Internist near Roanoke, VA.
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. Kesar to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vivek Kesar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kesar is affiliated with Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital 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 Vivek Kesar accepting new patients in Roanoke, VA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Kesar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Kesar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kesar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Kesar?
Please contact Dr. Kesar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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