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Dr. Shiva Rau, MD

Detroit, MI

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rau, Internist in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Shiva Rau, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Detroit, MI. He is board certified. Dr. Rau graduated from Nilratan Sircar Medical College and completed his residency at Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Rau is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rau’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rau’s office at (313) 576-1000.

    Where did Dr. Rau go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Wayne St Univ-Detroit M C, Internal Medicine | Wayne State University School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: University of Calcutta / Medical College | Nilratan Sircar Medical College

    Is Dr. Rau board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Shiva Rau, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Rau speak?

    Dr. Rau and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rau typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Rau 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. Rau. 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:

    • Generalized Muscle Weakness
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Overall Body Weakness
    • Widespread Muscle Weakness
    • Systemic Muscle Weakness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cystostomy Care
    • Ostomy
    • Bladder Stoma Care
    • Urinary Diversion Care
    • Suprapubic Catheter Care

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z435: Encounter for attention to cystostomy

    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:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rau typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shiva Rau may include:

    Please contact Dr. Rau's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Rau accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rau accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (313) 576-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rau accept in Detroit, MI?

    Dr. Rau in Detroit, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Rau's office located?

    11pc Primary Care John D Dingell Va Medical Cente

    4646 John R St # 11

    Detroit, MI 48201

    (313) 576-1000

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    What is Dr. Rau's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Rau's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154368637.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rau?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rau

    What is Dr. Shiva Rau's specialty?

    Dr. Rau is a Internist near Detroit, MI.

    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. Shiva Rau affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rau is affiliated with Dmc Huron Valley-Sinai 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shiva Rau accepting new patients in Detroit, MI?

    Yes, Dr. Shiva Rau is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shiva Rau offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rau's office at (313) 576-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shiva Rau?

    Please contact Dr. Rau's office at (313) 576-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shiva Rau have?

    Dr. Shiva Rau is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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