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Who is Dr. Shanbhag, Internist in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Akshay Shanbhag, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brockton, MA. He is board certified. Dr. Shanbhag is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanbhag’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanbhag’s office at (508) 941-7299.
What languages does Dr. Shanbhag speak?
Dr. Shanbhag and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Shanbhag treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Shanbhag 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. Shanbhag. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain Blood Vessel Disease
- Brain Disease
- Cerebrovascular Disorder
- Brain Circulation Problem
- Brain Vascular Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I679: Cerebrovascular disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Shanbhag perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akshay Shanbhag 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. Shanbhag's office.
Does Dr. Shanbhag accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanbhag accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 941-7299 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanbhag accept in Brockton, MA?
Dr. Shanbhag in Brockton, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina
Point32Health
Tufts Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Shanbhag's office located?
What is Dr. Shanbhag's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanbhag's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831610559.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanbhag?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanbhag
What is Dr. Akshay Shanbhag's specialty?
Dr. Shanbhag is a Internist near Brockton, MA.
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. Shanbhag to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Akshay Shanbhag affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Shanbhag is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Signature Healthcare - Brockton Hospital. 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 Akshay Shanbhag accepting new patients in Brockton, MA?
Yes, Dr. Akshay Shanbhag is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akshay Shanbhag offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanbhag's office at (508) 941-7299 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akshay Shanbhag?
Please contact Dr. Shanbhag's office at (508) 941-7299 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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