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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gopalswamy, Internist in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Pittsburgh, PA. Dr. Gopalswamy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gopalswamy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gopalswamy’s office at (240) 637-4000.
What languages does Dr. Gopalswamy speak?
Dr. Gopalswamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gopalswamy typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gopalswamy 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. Gopalswamy. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- 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:
- Diabetes Screening
- Health Screening
- Blood Sugar Test
- Diabetes Mellitus Screening
- Glucose Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gopalswamy typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy 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. Gopalswamy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gopalswamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Gopalswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (240) 637-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gopalswamy accept in Pittsburgh, PA?
Dr. Gopalswamy in Pittsburgh, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Independence Health Group
Medicare
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gopalswamy's office located?
Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy's Primary Practice
200 Lothrop St
Pittsburgh, PA 15213
(240) 637-4000
What is Dr. Gopalswamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gopalswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558789453.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gopalswamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gopalswamy
What is Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy's specialty?
Dr. Gopalswamy is a Internist near Pittsburgh, PA.
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. Kalpana Gopalswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gopalswamy is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Kalpana Gopalswamy accepting new patients in Pittsburgh, PA?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalpana Gopalswamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gopalswamy's office at (240) 637-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalpana Gopalswamy?
Please contact Dr. Gopalswamy's office at (240) 637-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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