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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramamurthi, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Lafayette, LA. Dr. Ramamurthi is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramamurthi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramamurthi’s office at (337) 261-6000.
What languages does Dr. Ramamurthi speak?
Dr. Ramamurthi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramamurthi typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramamurthi 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. Ramamurthi. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramamurthi typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi may include:
Please contact Dr. Ramamurthi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramamurthi accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramamurthi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (337) 261-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramamurthi accept in Lafayette, LA?
Dr. Ramamurthi in Lafayette, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medicare
State of Louisiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramamurthi's office located?
Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi's Primary Practice
2390 W Congress St
Lafayette, LA 70506
(337) 261-6000
What is Dr. Ramamurthi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramamurthi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639513286.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramamurthi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramamurthi
What is Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi's specialty?
Dr. Ramamurthi is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Lafayette, LA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramamurthi is affiliated with Ochsner Lafayette General Medical Center, Ochsner Acadia General Hospital, Ochsner Medical Center - Baton Rouge, Ochsner American Legion 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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric 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 Deepa Ramamurthi accepting new patients in Lafayette, LA?
Yes, Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Deepa Ramamurthi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramamurthi's office at (337) 261-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Deepa Ramamurthi?
Please contact Dr. Ramamurthi's office at (337) 261-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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