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35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kathiripillai, Internist in Temple Terr, FL?
Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Temple Terr, FL with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified. Dr. Kathiripillai graduated from University Of Jaffna, Faculty Of Medicine. Dr. Kathiripillai is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kathiripillai’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kathiripillai’s office at (813) 779-6303.
Where did Dr. Kathiripillai go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: University of Jaffna, Fac of Med, Jaffna, Sri Lanka | University Of Jaffna, Faculty Of Medicine | University Of Jaffna, Faculty Of Medicine
Is Dr. Kathiripillai board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kathiripillai speak?
Dr. Kathiripillai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kathiripillai typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kathiripillai 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. Kathiripillai. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
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- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
- Sporadic Alzheimer's
- Alzheimer's in Older Adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kathiripillai typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Kathiripillai 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. Kathiripillai. 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:
- 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:
- 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 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)
Does Dr. Kathiripillai accept my insurance?
Dr. Kathiripillai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (813) 779-6303 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kathiripillai accept in Temple Terr, FL?
Dr. Kathiripillai in Temple Terr, 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
Centene Corporation
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independent Living Systems
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Florida
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kathiripillai's office located?
Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai's Primary Practice
13067 N Telecom Pkwy
Temple Terr, FL 33637
(813) 779-6303
Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai's Practice 2
2600 Bruce B Downs Blvd
Wesley Chapel, FL 33544
What is Dr. Kathiripillai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kathiripillai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972549368.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kathiripillai?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kathiripillai
What is Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai's specialty?
Dr. Kathiripillai is a Internist near Temple Terr, 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. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kathiripillai is affiliated with Hca Florida Ocala 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
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Is Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai accepting new patients in Temple Terr, FL?
Yes, Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kathiripillai's office at (813) 779-6303 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai?
Please contact Dr. Kathiripillai's office at (813) 779-6303 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai have?
Dr. Ketheeswaran Kathiripillai is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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