VP
18 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prabaharan, Hospitalist in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Richmond, CA with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 18 years and is board certified. Dr. Prabaharan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prabaharan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prabaharan’s office at (504) 842-4000.
Where did Dr. Prabaharan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: St George',s University
Is Dr. Prabaharan board certified as a Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prabaharan speak?
Dr. Prabaharan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Prabaharan typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Prabaharan 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. Prabaharan. 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:
- 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Specified Aftercare
- Specific post-op care
- Specialized recovery care
- Follow-up for specific procedures
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5189: Encounter for other specified aftercare
Also known as:
- Urinary Device Fitting and Adjustment
- Urological Device Fitting
- Bladder Device Adjustment
- Catheter Fitting
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z466: Encounter for fitting and adjustment of urinary device
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
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Prabaharan typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan may include:
Please contact Dr. Prabaharan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prabaharan accept my insurance?
Dr. Prabaharan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (504) 842-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prabaharan accept in Richmond, CA?
Dr. Prabaharan in Richmond, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Community Health Network of Washington
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other TPA
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prabaharan's office located?
Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan's Primary Practice
901 Nevin Ave
Richmond, CA 94801
(504) 842-4000
What is Dr. Prabaharan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prabaharan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700839966.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prabaharan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prabaharan
What is Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan's specialty?
Dr. Prabaharan is a Hospitalist near Richmond, CA.
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. Velummylum Prabaharan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prabaharan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco Medical Center, Wvu Medicine Reynolds Memorial Hospital 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
When to see a Hospitalist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Velummylum Prabaharan accepting new patients in Richmond, CA?
Yes, Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prabaharan's office at (504) 842-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Velummylum Prabaharan?
Please contact Dr. Prabaharan's office at (504) 842-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan have?
Dr. Velummylum Prabaharan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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