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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Mukerji, Hospitalist in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Rita Mukerji, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Mount Vernon, IL with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Mukerji is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mukerji’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mukerji’s office at (314) 645-6450.
Is Dr. Mukerji board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Rita Mukerji, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Mukerji speak?
Dr. Mukerji and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mukerji typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Mukerji 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. Mukerji. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Fast Heartbeat
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Tachycardia
- Rapid heart rate
- Racing heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
- R000: Tachycardia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Mukerji typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Rita Mukerji may include:
Please contact Dr. Mukerji's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Mukerji accept my insurance?
Dr. Mukerji accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 645-6450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Mukerji accept in Mount Vernon, IL?
Dr. Mukerji in Mount Vernon, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of Illinois
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Where is Dr. Mukerji's office located?
Dr. Rita Mukerji's Primary Practice
2 Good Samaritan Way Ste 220
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
(314) 645-6450
What is Dr. Mukerji's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Mukerji's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023218807.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mukerji?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mukerji
What is Dr. Rita Mukerji's specialty?
Dr. Mukerji is a Hospitalist near Mount Vernon, IL.
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. Rita Mukerji affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Mukerji is affiliated with Decatur Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rita Mukerji accepting new patients in Mount Vernon, IL?
Yes, Dr. Rita Mukerji is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rita Mukerji offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Mukerji's office at (314) 645-6450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rita Mukerji?
Please contact Dr. Mukerji's office at (314) 645-6450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rita Mukerji have?
Dr. Rita Mukerji is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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