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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhaju, Hospitalist in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Sajuma Bhaju, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Norfolk, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Bhaju graduated from Calcutta National Medical College and completed her residency at University of Alabama Medical Center Program. Dr. Bhaju is fluent in English, Hindi, and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhaju’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhaju’s office.
Where did Dr. Bhaju go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical School: Calcutta National Medical College
Is Dr. Bhaju board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Sajuma Bhaju, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Bhaju speak?
Dr. Bhaju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Nepali
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bhaju typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Bhaju 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. Bhaju. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Bhaju typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Sajuma Bhaju may include:
Please contact Dr. Bhaju's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhaju accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhaju 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. Bhaju accept in Norfolk, VA?
Dr. Bhaju in Norfolk, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Sentara Health System / Optima Health
State of Virginia
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhaju's office located?
What is Dr. Bhaju's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhaju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043420557.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhaju?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhaju
What is Dr. Sajuma Bhaju's specialty?
Dr. Bhaju is a Hospitalist near Norfolk, VA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Sajuma Bhaju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhaju is affiliated with Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Sentara Leigh Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Williamsburg Regional Medical Center, Sentara Princess Anne 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 Sajuma Bhaju accepting new patients in Norfolk, VA?
Yes, Dr. Sajuma Bhaju is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sajuma Bhaju offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhaju's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sajuma Bhaju?
Please contact Dr. Bhaju's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sajuma Bhaju have?
Dr. Sajuma Bhaju is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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