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53 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saxena, Internist in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Dr. Rakesh Saxena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 53 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Banaras Hindu University Institute of Medical Sciences and completed his residency at Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Worcester City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (989) 463-4976.
Where did Dr. Saxena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Deaconess Hosp, Internal Medicine; Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Worcester City Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Deaconess Hospital Program
Medical School: Inst of Med Sci, Banaras Hindu University, Varanasi, Up, India | Banaras Hindu University Institute of Medical Sciences | Georgetown University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Saxena board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Saxena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?
Dr. Saxena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saxena typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Other Mental Health Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Mental Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
- Behavioral Disorder Screening
- Psychological Evaluation
- Mental Wellness Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
- Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saxena typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Saxena performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Saxena. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 463-4976 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Dr. Saxena in Mount Pleasant, 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
Auxiant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Cigna Group
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Wisconsin Physicians Health (WPS)
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Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?
Dr. Rakesh Saxena's Primary Practice
520 N Mission St # B
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 463-4976
What is Dr. Saxena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932302692.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxena
What is Dr. Rakesh Saxena's specialty?
Dr. Saxena is a Internist near Mount Pleasant, MI.
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. Rakesh Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing 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
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Is Rakesh Saxena accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Yes, Dr. Rakesh Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakesh Saxena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (989) 463-4976 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakesh Saxena?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (989) 463-4976 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rakesh Saxena have?
Dr. Rakesh Saxena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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