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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Alencherry, Internist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Ben Alencherry, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Alencherry is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Alencherry’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Alencherry’s office at (216) 844-8447.
What languages does Dr. Alencherry speak?
Dr. Alencherry and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Alencherry treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Alencherry 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. Alencherry. 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:
- Leaky Mitral Valve
- Tricuspid Valve Insufficiency
- Aortic Valve Insufficiency
- Narrowed Aortic Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Mitral Valve Insufficiency
- Mitral Regurgitation
- Leaky tricuspid valve
- Tricuspid regurgitation
- Leaky aortic valve
- Aortic regurgitation
- Aortic Valve Stenosis
- Tight Aortic Valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- I340: Nonrheumatic mitral (valve) insufficiency
- I361: Nonrheumatic tricuspid (valve) insufficiency
- I351: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) insufficiency
- I350: Nonrheumatic aortic (valve) stenosis
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
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:
- Ascending Aortic Aneurysm
- Aortic Aneurysm
- Bulging Ascending Aorta
- Weakened Ascending Aorta
- Ascending Aorta Dilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- I7121: Aneurysm of the ascending aorta, without rupture
Also known as:
- Fluid Around the Heart
- Pericardial Disorder
- Pericardial Effusion
- Fluid in Pericardium
ICD-10 Codes:
- I3139: Other pericardial effusion (noninflammatory)
Also known as:
- Having a Prosthetic Heart Valve
- Heart Valve Disease
- Artificial heart valve
- Mechanical heart valve
- Bioprosthetic valve
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z952: Presence of prosthetic heart valve
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Long-term Systolic Heart Failure
- Chronic HFrEF
- Ongoing Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5022: Chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- Obstructive Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy
- Cardiomyopathy
- HCM (Obstructive)
- Thickened Heart Muscle with Obstruction
ICD-10 Codes:
- I421: Obstructive hypertrophic cardiomyopathy
Also known as:
- Thoracic Aortic Widening
- Dilated Thoracic Aorta
- Thoracic Aortic Dilation
- Enlarged Chest Aorta
ICD-10 Codes:
- I77810: Thoracic aortic ectasia
Also known as:
- Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Heart Disease Screening
- Vascular Disease Check
- Cardiac Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders
Which procedures does Dr. Alencherry perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ben Alencherry 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Alencherry's office.
Does Dr. Alencherry accept my insurance?
Dr. Alencherry accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 844-8447 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Alencherry accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Alencherry in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Alencherry's office located?
What is Dr. Alencherry's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Alencherry's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114304854.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Alencherry?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Alencherry
What is Dr. Ben Alencherry's specialty?
Dr. Alencherry is a Internist near Cleveland, OH.
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.
Contact Dr. Alencherry to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ben Alencherry affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Alencherry is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Hospital, Hillcrest 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
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Is Ben Alencherry accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Ben Alencherry is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ben Alencherry offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Alencherry's office at (216) 844-8447 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ben Alencherry?
Please contact Dr. Alencherry's office at (216) 844-8447 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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