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Who is Dr. Kathaiyan, Internist in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Udayakumar Kathaiyan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Myrtle Beach, SC with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Kathaiyan completed his residency at Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Kathaiyan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kathaiyan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kathaiyan’s office at (843) 232-2441.
Where did Dr. Kathaiyan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Advocate Ravenswood Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Flexible Or Transitional Year
Medical School: Thanjavur Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Thanjavur- Tn- India
Is Dr. Kathaiyan board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Udayakumar Kathaiyan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kathaiyan speak?
Dr. Kathaiyan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kathaiyan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kathaiyan 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. Kathaiyan. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Low Blood Oxygen
- Lung Disease
- Hypoxemia
- Reduced oxygen in blood
- Oxygen deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0902: Hypoxemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kathaiyan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Udayakumar Kathaiyan 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
Please contact Dr. Kathaiyan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kathaiyan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathaiyan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (843) 232-2441 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kathaiyan accept in Myrtle Beach, SC?
Dr. Kathaiyan in Myrtle Beach, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Allegiance Benefit Plan Management
Cigna Group
Community Care Network
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kathaiyan's office located?
Dr. Udayakumar Kathaiyan's Primary Practice
3381 Phillis Blvd
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 232-2441
What is Dr. Kathaiyan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kathaiyan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609820273.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kathaiyan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kathaiyan
What is Dr. Udayakumar Kathaiyan's specialty?
Dr. Kathaiyan is a Internist near Myrtle Beach, SC.
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.