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Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel, MD

Chapel Hill, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sakthivel, Diagnostic Radiologist in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in Chapel Hill, NC. He is board certified. Dr. Sakthivel is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sakthivel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sakthivel’s office at (919) 843-8741.

    What languages does Dr. Sakthivel speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Sakthivel treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Sakthivel 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. Sakthivel. 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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Collapsed Lung
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Atelectasis
    • Lung collapse
    • Incomplete lung expansion
    • Pneumothorax
    • Air in Chest Cavity
    • Lung Collapse

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9811: Atelectasis
    • J939: Pneumothorax, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pleural Effusion
    • Pleural Disorder
    • Fluid in lungs
    • Water on the lung
    • Fluid around lungs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J90: Pleural effusion, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Pulmonary Edema
    • Lung Disease
    • Long-term Fluid in Lungs
    • Persistent Lung Congestion
    • Chronic Lung Fluid Buildup

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J811: Chronic pulmonary edema

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vascular Access Device Management
    • Vascular Access Care
    • Port Management
    • Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z452: Encounter for adjustment and management of vascular access device

    Also known as:

    • Other Lung Disease
    • Lung Disease
    • Various lung conditions
    • Unspecified lung disorder
    • Miscellaneous lung problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J984: Other disorders of lung

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R0600: Dyspnea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Catheter Management
    • Catheter adjustment
    • Catheter care
    • Non-vascular catheter maintenance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4682: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of non-vascular catheter

    Also known as:

    • History of Nicotine Dependence
    • E-Cigarettes
    • Smokeless Tobacco
    • Smoking
    • Past nicotine addiction
    • Previous smoking habit
    • History of tobacco use disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z87891: Personal history of nicotine dependence

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Low Blood Oxygen
    • Lung Disease
    • Hypoxemia
    • Reduced oxygen in blood
    • Oxygen deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0902: Hypoxemia

    Also known as:

    • Cigarette Addiction
    • Smoking
    • Smoking Addiction
    • Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
    • Tobacco Addiction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Narrowed Aortic Valve
    • Heart Valve Disease
    • Aortic Valve Stenosis
    • Tight Aortic Valve

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Lung Cancer
    • Right upper lobe lung cancer
    • Bronchial cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of lung

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C3411: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, right bronchus or lung

    Which procedures does Dr. Sakthivel perform as a Diagnostic Radiologist?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sakthivel's office.

    Does Dr. Sakthivel accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sakthivel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 843-8741 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sakthivel accept in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Dr. Sakthivel in Chapel Hill, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • AgeWell

    • Alignment Health Plan

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • BlueCross and BlueShield of Vermont

    • Carpenters Funds Administrative Office (CA)

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Sakthivel's office located?

    Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel's Primary Practice

    101 Manning Dr Bldg 2

    Chapel Hill, NC 27514

    (919) 843-8741

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

    Dr. Sakthivel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427566330.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sakthivel?

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

    What is Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel's specialty?

    Dr. Sakthivel is a Diagnostic Radiologist near Chapel Hill, NC. A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions. Contact Dr. Sakthivel to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sakthivel is affiliated with WakeMed Cary 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 Muthu Kumar Sakthivel accepting new patients in Chapel Hill, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Muthu Kumar Sakthivel offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Sakthivel's office at (919) 843-8741 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Muthu Kumar Sakthivel?

    Please contact Dr. Sakthivel's office at (919) 843-8741 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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