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Who is Dr. Shanmugananthan, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Shanmugananthan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanmugananthan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanmugananthan’s office at (800) 376-5566.
What languages does Dr. Shanmugananthan speak?
Dr. Shanmugananthan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shanmugananthan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shanmugananthan 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. Shanmugananthan. 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:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease with Crisis
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle Cell Anemia Crisis
- Sickle Cell Pain Crisis
- Vaso-Occlusive Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- D5700: Hb-SS disease with crisis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shanmugananthan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan 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. Shanmugananthan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shanmugananthan accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanmugananthan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (800) 376-5566 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanmugananthan accept in Brooklyn, NY?
Dr. Shanmugananthan in Brooklyn, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Amida Care
Commonwealth Health Corporation (CHC)
Elderplan
Federal government of the United States
H & R Block
Humana
Medicare
National Benefit Fund
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shanmugananthan's office located?
What is Dr. Shanmugananthan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanmugananthan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902827736.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanmugananthan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanmugananthan
What is Dr. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan's specialty?
Dr. Shanmugananthan is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.
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. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shanmugananthan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Brookdale Hospital Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugananthan's office at (800) 376-5566 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sabaratnam Shanmugananthan?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugananthan's office at (800) 376-5566 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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