18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Talakkottur, Internist in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Charles Talakkottur, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Tampa, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Talakkottur completed his residency at University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals. Dr. Talakkottur is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Talakkottur’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Talakkottur’s office at (813) 874-1852.
Where did Dr. Talakkottur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston and Affiliated Hospitals
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Talakkottur board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Charles Talakkottur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Talakkottur speak?
Dr. Talakkottur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Talakkottur typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Talakkottur 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. Talakkottur. 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:
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Difficulty Walking
- Unsteady Gait
- Balance Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R2689: Other abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Talakkottur typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Talakkottur 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. Talakkottur. 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:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
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
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Also known as:
- Chest Wall Manipulation for Lung Function
- Chest Physiotherapy
- Cupping for Lungs
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 94668: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; subsequent
Also known as:
- Chest Physical Therapy for Lungs
- Chest Wall Manipulation
- Percussion and Vibration Therapy (Lungs)
- Airway Clearance Therapy
- Cupping for Lung Function
CPT Codes:
- 94667: Manipulation chest wall, such as cupping, percussing, and vibration to facilitate lung function; initial demonstration and/or evaluation
Does Dr. Talakkottur accept my insurance?
Dr. Talakkottur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 874-1852 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Talakkottur accept in Tampa, FL?
Dr. Talakkottur in Tampa, FL 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)
Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation
Humana
Medicare
State of Colorado
State of Georgia
State of Michigan
State of Montana
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Talakkottur's office located?
Dr. Charles Talakkottur's Primary Practice
5106 N Armenia Ave Ste 1
Tampa, FL 33603
(813) 874-1852
What is Dr. Talakkottur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Talakkottur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1598949034.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Talakkottur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Talakkottur
What is Dr. Charles Talakkottur's specialty?
Dr. Talakkottur is a Internist near Tampa, FL.
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. Charles Talakkottur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Talakkottur is affiliated with Sarasota Memorial Hospital, Community Hospital - Grand Junction, Co, Adventhealth Tampa 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
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Is Charles Talakkottur accepting new patients in Tampa, FL?
Yes, Dr. Charles Talakkottur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Charles Talakkottur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Talakkottur's office at (813) 874-1852 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Charles Talakkottur?
Please contact Dr. Talakkottur's office at (813) 874-1852 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Charles Talakkottur have?
Dr. Charles Talakkottur is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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