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Who is Dr. Venkatram, Internist in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Buffalo, NY. She is board certified. Dr. Venkatram graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed her residency at Cmdnj-Rutgers. Dr. Venkatram is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Venkatram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Venkatram’s office at (716) 834-9200.
Where did Dr. Venkatram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cmdnj-Rutgers | UMDNJ
Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
What languages does Dr. Venkatram speak?
Dr. Venkatram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Venkatram treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Venkatram 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. Venkatram. 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:
- Sleep Apnea
- Other Sleep Apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- Uncommon Sleep Apnea
- Rare Sleep Breathing Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4739: Other sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Special Medical Examination
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
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
Also known as:
- Bladder Nerve and Muscle Problems
- Bladder Disease
- Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Control Issues
- Nerve Damage Affecting Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N319: Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Weakness
- Frailty in old age
- Physical decline with age
- Weakness due to aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- R54: Age-related physical debility
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
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:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Venkatram perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Venkatram's office.
Does Dr. Venkatram accept my insurance?
Dr. Venkatram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (716) 834-9200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Venkatram accept in Buffalo, NY?
Dr. Venkatram in Buffalo, NY 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)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Express Scripts
HealthNow New York
Independent Health
Medicare
Nascentia Health
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Venkatram's office located?
Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram's Primary Practice
3495 Bailey Ave
Buffalo, NY 14215
(716) 834-9200
What is Dr. Venkatram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Venkatram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972795474.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Venkatram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Venkatram
What is Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram's specialty?
Dr. Venkatram is a Internist near Buffalo, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Venkatram to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Venkatram is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Buffalo Va Medical Center. 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
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Is Chitra Chandran Venkatram accepting new patients in Buffalo, NY?
Yes, Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chitra Chandran Venkatram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Venkatram's office at (716) 834-9200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chitra Chandran Venkatram?
Please contact Dr. Venkatram's office at (716) 834-9200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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