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25 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Emerson, Internist in Saint Joseph, MI?
Dr. Samraja Emerson, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Saint Joseph, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Emerson completed his residency at Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Emerson is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Emerson’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Emerson’s office at (269) 471-1700.
Where did Dr. Emerson go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Grand Rapids Area Med Ed Ctr, Internal Medicine | Michigan State University Program
Medical School: University Of Papua New Guinea- Fac Of Med- Boroko- Papua
Is Dr. Emerson board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Samraja Emerson, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Emerson speak?
Dr. Emerson and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Emerson typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Emerson 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. Emerson. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Emerson typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Samraja Emerson 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. Emerson's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Emerson accept my insurance?
Dr. Emerson accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (269) 471-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Emerson accept in Saint Joseph, MI?
Dr. Emerson in Saint Joseph, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Emerson's office located?
Dr. Samraja Emerson's Primary Practice
1234 Napier Ave
Saint Joseph, MI 49085
(269) 471-1700
What is Dr. Emerson's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Emerson's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235165093.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Emerson?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Emerson
What is Dr. Samraja Emerson's specialty?
Dr. Emerson is a Internist near Saint Joseph, 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. Samraja Emerson affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Emerson is affiliated with Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Lakeland Hospitals St. Joseph Hospital, Corewell Health Butterworth 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Samraja Emerson accepting new patients in Saint Joseph, MI?
Yes, Dr. Samraja Emerson is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Samraja Emerson offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office at (269) 471-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Samraja Emerson?
Please contact Dr. Emerson's office at (269) 471-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Samraja Emerson have?
Dr. Samraja Emerson is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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