31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shanmugam, Critical Care Internist in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Natesa Shanmugam, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Lanham, MD with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Shanmugam graduated from Madras and completed his residency at Howard University Hospital. Dr. Shanmugam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shanmugam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shanmugam’s office at (301) 552-6666.
Where did Dr. Shanmugam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard University Hospital
Medical School: Madras
Is Dr. Shanmugam board certified in Critical Care Internist?
Yes, Dr. Natesa Shanmugam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shanmugam speak?
Dr. Shanmugam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Shanmugam treat?
As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Shanmugam 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. Shanmugam. 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.
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute Respiratory Failure with High Carbon Dioxide
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden lung failure with high CO2
- Hypercapnic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypercapnia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9602: Acute respiratory failure with hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Respiratory Examination
- Pre-op lung check
- Breathing assessment before surgery
- Respiratory clearance for procedure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01811: Encounter for preprocedural respiratory examination
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Shanmugam perform as a Critical Care Internist?
As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by a Dr. Natesa Shanmugam may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office.
Does Dr. Shanmugam accept my insurance?
Dr. Shanmugam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 552-6666 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shanmugam accept in Lanham, MD?
Dr. Shanmugam in Lanham, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CommuniCare Advantage
District of Columbia
Dowco
Express Scripts
Independence Blue Cross
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Shanmugam's office located?
Dr. Natesa Shanmugam's Primary Practice
9801 Greenbelt Rd Ste 101
Lanham, MD 20706
(301) 552-6666
What is Dr. Shanmugam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shanmugam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1235160540.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shanmugam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shanmugam
What is Dr. Natesa Shanmugam's specialty?
Dr. Shanmugam is a Critical Care Internist near Lanham, MD. An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists. Contact Dr. Shanmugam to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Natesa Shanmugam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shanmugam is affiliated with Inova Alexandria Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center 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
Where can I learn more about Critical Care Internist?
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Is Natesa Shanmugam accepting new patients in Lanham, MD?
Yes, Dr. Natesa Shanmugam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Natesa Shanmugam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (301) 552-6666 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Natesa Shanmugam?
Please contact Dr. Shanmugam's office at (301) 552-6666 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Natesa Shanmugam have?
Dr. Natesa Shanmugam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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