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Who is Dr. Pukazhendhi, Hospitalist in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Pembroke Pines, FL. She is board certified. Dr. Pukazhendhi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pukazhendhi’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pukazhendhi’s office at (954) 844-5493.
What languages does Dr. Pukazhendhi speak?
Dr. Pukazhendhi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Pukazhendhi treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pukazhendhi 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. Pukazhendhi. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
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:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, 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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
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:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Intestinal Obstruction
- Bowel Obstruction
- Blocked Intestines
- Gut Blockage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
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:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Pukazhendhi perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Pukazhendhi's office.
Does Dr. Pukazhendhi accept my insurance?
Dr. Pukazhendhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 844-5493 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pukazhendhi accept in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Dr. Pukazhendhi in Pembroke Pines, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health Insurance Co
Other Health Care Provider
State of Florida
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Pukazhendhi's office located?
Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi's Primary Practice
703 N Flamingo Rd
Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
(954) 844-5493
What is Dr. Pukazhendhi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pukazhendhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902268154.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pukazhendhi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pukazhendhi
What is Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi's specialty?
Dr. Pukazhendhi is a Hospitalist near Pembroke Pines, FL. 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. Contact Dr. Pukazhendhi to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pukazhendhi is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Memorial Hospital West. 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
Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?
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Is Geetha Pukazhendhi accepting new patients in Pembroke Pines, FL?
Yes, Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Geetha Pukazhendhi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pukazhendhi's office at (954) 844-5493 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Geetha Pukazhendhi?
Please contact Dr. Pukazhendhi's office at (954) 844-5493 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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