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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kolangara, Internist in Merced, CA?
Dr. Shiva Kolangara, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Merced, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kolangara is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kolangara’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kolangara’s office at (866) 682-4842.
What languages does Dr. Kolangara speak?
Dr. Kolangara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kolangara typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kolangara 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. Kolangara. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Screening for Bacterial Disease
- Health Screening
- Bacterial Infection Screening
- Bacterial Disease Test
- Germ Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z112: Encounter for screening for other bacterial diseases
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kolangara typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shiva Kolangara 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. Kolangara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kolangara accept my insurance?
Dr. Kolangara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (866) 682-4842 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kolangara accept in Merced, CA?
Dr. Kolangara in Merced, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
Imperial Health Holdings
Not Specified
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kolangara's office located?
What is Dr. Kolangara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kolangara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952890956.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kolangara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kolangara
What is Dr. Shiva Kolangara's specialty?
Dr. Kolangara is a Internist near Merced, CA.
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. Shiva Kolangara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kolangara is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Medical Center - Modesto, Ca 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shiva Kolangara accepting new patients in Merced, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shiva Kolangara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shiva Kolangara offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kolangara's office at (866) 682-4842 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shiva Kolangara?
Please contact Dr. Kolangara's office at (866) 682-4842 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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