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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Salemi, Internist in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Mehdi Salemi, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Virginia Beach, VA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Salemi graduated from Ahvaz Jondishapour University of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program. Dr. Salemi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Salemi’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Salemi’s office at (757) 395-2323.
Where did Dr. Salemi go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kingsbrook Jewish Medical Center Program
Medical School: Ahvaz Jondishapour University of Medical Sciences
Is Dr. Salemi board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Mehdi Salemi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Salemi speak?
Dr. Salemi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Salemi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Salemi 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. Salemi. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Salemi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Mehdi Salemi 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. Salemi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Salemi accept my insurance?
Dr. Salemi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (757) 395-2323 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Salemi accept in Virginia Beach, VA?
Dr. Salemi in Virginia Beach, VA 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)
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. Salemi's office located?
Dr. Mehdi Salemi's Primary Practice
1060 First Colonial Rd
Virginia Beach, VA 23454
(757) 395-2323
What is Dr. Salemi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Salemi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1497957336.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Salemi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Salemi
What is Dr. Mehdi Salemi's specialty?
Dr. Salemi is a Internist near Virginia Beach, VA.
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. Mehdi Salemi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Salemi is affiliated with Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Leigh 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Mehdi Salemi accepting new patients in Virginia Beach, VA?
Yes, Dr. Mehdi Salemi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Mehdi Salemi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Salemi's office at (757) 395-2323 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Mehdi Salemi?
Please contact Dr. Salemi's office at (757) 395-2323 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Mehdi Salemi have?
Dr. Mehdi Salemi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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