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Dr. Amudha Palani, MD

Newport News, VA

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Palani, Family Medicine Specialist in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Amudha Palani, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Newport News, VA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Palani graduated from P.E.S. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research and completed her residency at Med. Dr. Palani is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Palani’s practice accepts Cigna, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Palani’s office at (757) 595-9880.

    Where did Dr. Palani go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Med | MED

    • Medical School: Psg Institue Of Med Sciences and Research | P.E.S. Institute of Medical Sciences and Research

    Is Dr. Palani board certified in Family Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Amudha Palani, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Palani speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Palani treat?

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

    • 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Other Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function
    • Thyroid Gland Underactivity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
    • E038: Other specified hypothyroidism

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Routine Gynecological Exam (Normal Findings)
    • Women's Health Checkup
    • Women's checkup, all clear
    • Pelvic exam, normal results
    • OB/GYN visit, no issues

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01419: Encounter for gynecological examination (general) (routine) without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7301: Impaired fasting glucose

    Also known as:

    • Acute Bronchitis
    • Chest cold
    • Short-term bronchitis
    • Acute chest infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Which procedures does Dr. Palani perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amudha Palani may include:

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

    Does Dr. Palani accept my insurance?

    Dr. Palani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 595-9880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Palani accept in Newport News, VA?

    Dr. Palani in Newport News, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Defense / Tricare

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal Employee Program

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other TPA

    • Sentara Health System / Optima Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Palani's office located?

    Dr. Amudha Palani's Primary Practice

    12655 Warwick Blvd # B

    Newport News, VA 23606

    (757) 595-9880

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    Dr. Amudha Palani's Practice 2

    860 Omni Blvd

    Newport News, VA 23606

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

    Dr. Palani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952428682.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Palani?

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

    What is Dr. Amudha Palani's specialty?

    Dr. Palani is a Family Medicine Specialist near Newport News, VA. 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. Contact Dr. Palani to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Amudha Palani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Palani is affiliated with Riverside Regional Medical Center, Sentara Careplex Hospital, Riverside Walter Reed 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

    Where can I learn more about Family Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Family Medicine Specialist with 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 Amudha Palani accepting new patients in Newport News, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Amudha Palani is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Amudha Palani offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Palani's office at (757) 595-9880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Amudha Palani?

    Please contact Dr. Palani's office at (757) 595-9880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Amudha Palani have?

    Dr. Amudha Palani is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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