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Dr. Krishna Thavarajah, MD

Dr. Krishna Thavarajah, MD

Novi, MI

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thavarajah, Pulmonologist in Novi, MI?

    Dr. Krishna Thavarajah, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Novi, MI with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Thavarajah completed her residency at Boston University Medical Center. Dr. Thavarajah is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thavarajah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thavarajah’s office.

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

    • Fellowship: Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine

    • Residency: Boston University Medical Center

    • Medical School: Boston University School of Medicine (Medical Education)

    Is Dr. Thavarajah board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Thavarajah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Thavarajah speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Thavarajah treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Thavarajah 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. Thavarajah. 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:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • Other Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Rare interstitial lung conditions
    • Uncommon lung scarring diseases
    • Other ILD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J8489: Other specified interstitial pulmonary diseases

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
    • Lung Scarring
    • Fibrotic Lung Disease
    • Interstitial Pulmonary Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • J8410: Pulmonary fibrosis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Long-term lung failure with low oxygen
    • Chronic hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Ongoing breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9611: Chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
    • Chronic medication use
    • Ongoing drug treatment
    • Extended drug therapy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Emphysema
    • Pulmonary Emphysema
    • Lung Emphysema
    • Chronic Obstructive Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J439: Emphysema, unspecified

    Does Dr. Thavarajah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thavarajah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thavarajah accept in Novi, MI?

    Dr. Thavarajah in Novi, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Alliance Plan (HAP)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Thavarajah's office located?

    Dr. Krishna Thavarajah's Primary Practice

    39450 W Twelve Mile Rd

    Novi, MI 48377

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    Dr. Krishna Thavarajah's Practice 2

    2799 W Grand Blvd

    Detroit, MI 48202

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    Dr. Krishna Thavarajah's Practice 3

    6777 W Maple Rd

    W Bloomfield, MI 48322

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

    Dr. Thavarajah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598989329.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thavarajah?

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

    What is Dr. Krishna Thavarajah's specialty?

    Dr. Thavarajah is a Pulmonologist near Novi, MI. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Thavarajah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Krishna Thavarajah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thavarajah is affiliated with Henry Ford 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

    Where can I learn more about Pulmonologist?

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    Is Krishna Thavarajah accepting new patients in Novi, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Krishna Thavarajah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krishna Thavarajah offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thavarajah's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Krishna Thavarajah?

    Please contact Dr. Thavarajah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Krishna Thavarajah have?

    Dr. Krishna Thavarajah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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