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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Costel, Internist in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Esther Costel, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Louisville, KY with 1 additional practice location. He has been practicing for over 40 years. Dr. Costel completed his residency at Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Costel is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Costel’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Costel’s office at (502) 897-1121.
Where did Dr. Costel go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases Vanderbilt Univ Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Costel speak?
Dr. Costel and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Costel typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Costel 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. Costel. 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:
- 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:
- Rectal Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Rectum Cancer Test
- Anal Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1212: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of rectum
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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Costel typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Esther Costel 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. Costel's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Costel accept my insurance?
Dr. Costel accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (502) 897-1121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Costel accept in Louisville, KY?
Dr. Costel in Louisville, KY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Reserve National Insurance Co
State of Kentucky
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Costel's office located?
Dr. Esther Costel's Primary Practice
4002 Kresge Way Ste 100
Louisville, KY 40207
(502) 897-1121
What is Dr. Costel's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Costel's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1790799427.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Costel?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Costel
What is Dr. Esther Costel's specialty?
Dr. Costel is a Internist near Louisville, KY.
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. Esther Costel affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Costel is affiliated with Baptist Health Louisville, Baptist Health Hardin 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Esther Costel accepting new patients in Louisville, KY?
Yes, Dr. Esther Costel is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Esther Costel offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Costel's office at (502) 897-1121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Esther Costel?
Please contact Dr. Costel's office at (502) 897-1121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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