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Dr. Sandhya Gelou, MD

Bellingham, WA

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    Who is Dr. Gelou, Family Medicine Specialist in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Sandhya Gelou, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellingham, WA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Gelou is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gelou’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gelou’s office at (360) 288-4343.

    What languages does Dr. Gelou speak?

    Dr. Gelou and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gelou typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gelou 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. Gelou. 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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
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    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Weight Gain
    • Sudden weight gain
    • Rapid weight increase
    • Abnormal increase in weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R635: Abnormal weight gain

    Also known as:

    • High Fasting Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • Impaired Fasting Glucose
    • Prediabetes (Fasting)
    • Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Obstructive Sleep Apnea
    • Sleep Apnea
    • Obstructive sleep apnea
    • OSA
    • Blocked airway during sleep
    • Snoring and gasping during sleep

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gelou typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sandhya Gelou may include:

    Please contact Dr. Gelou's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Gelou accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gelou accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (360) 288-4343 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gelou accept in Bellingham, WA?

    Dr. Gelou in Bellingham, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cambia Health Solutions

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Gelou's office located?

    Dr. Sandhya Gelou's Primary Practice

    2101 Cornwall Ave Ste 101

    Bellingham, WA 98225

    (360) 288-4343

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    Dr. Sandhya Gelou's Practice 2

    4545 Cordata Pkwy

    Bellingham, WA 98226

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    What is Dr. Gelou's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Gelou's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447515853.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gelou?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gelou

    What is Dr. Sandhya Gelou's specialty?

    Dr. Gelou is a Family Medicine Specialist near Bellingham, WA.

    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. Sandhya Gelou affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Gelou is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Sandhya Gelou accepting new patients in Bellingham, WA?

    Yes, Dr. Sandhya Gelou is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sandhya Gelou offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gelou's office at (360) 288-4343 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sandhya Gelou?

    Please contact Dr. Gelou's office at (360) 288-4343 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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