Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Makam, Internist in Chester, NY?
Dr. Sashi Makam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Chester, NY with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Makam graduated from Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science and completed his residency at Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Makam is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Makam’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Makam’s office at (845) 561-1270.
Where did Dr. Makam go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Vet Affairs Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Lincoln Med Mntl Hlth Ctr, Internal Medicine | Lincoln Medical and Mental Health Center | U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science | Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science | Sri Venkateshwaraa Medical College | Padmashree Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College
Is Dr. Makam board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sashi Makam, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Makam speak?
Dr. Makam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Makam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Makam 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. Makam. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- High Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
- Hypertriglyceridemia
- Elevated triglycerides
- High blood fats
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
- E781: Pure hyperglyceridemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
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:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- General Anxiety
- Anxiety Problems
- Nervous Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F419: Anxiety disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Impaired Glucose Tolerance
- High Fasting Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- Prediabetes (Glucose Tolerance)
- Borderline Diabetes (Oral)
- Glucose Intolerance
- Impaired Fasting Glucose
- Prediabetes (Fasting)
- Borderline Diabetes (Fasting)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7302: Impaired glucose tolerance (oral)
- R7301: Impaired fasting glucose
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
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:
- Obesity
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
- B Vitamins
- Malnutrition
- Specific B Vitamin Shortage
- Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
- Rare B Vitamin Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins
Also known as:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Which procedures does Dr. Makam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Sashi Makam 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Makam's office.
Does Dr. Makam accept my insurance?
Dr. Makam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (845) 561-1270 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Makam accept in Chester, NY?
Dr. Makam in Chester, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
EmblemHealth
Express Scripts
Medicare
MVP Healthcare
National Benefit Fund
State of New York
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Makam's office located?
Dr. Sashi Makam's Primary Practice
1460 State Route 17M Ste A
Chester, NY 10918
(845) 561-1270
What is Dr. Makam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Makam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861494908.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Makam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Makam
What is Dr. Sashi Makam's specialty?
Dr. Makam is a Internist near Chester, NY.
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.
Contact Dr. Makam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Sashi Makam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Makam is affiliated with Montefiore St. Luke's Cornwall - Newburgh 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 Sashi Makam accepting new patients in Chester, NY?
Yes, Dr. Sashi Makam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sashi Makam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Makam's office at (845) 561-1270 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sashi Makam?
Please contact Dr. Makam's office at (845) 561-1270 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sashi Makam have?
Dr. Sashi Makam is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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