35 Years of Experience
Who is Dr. Verghese, Internist in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Where did Dr. Verghese go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Hltheast Tch Hp-Allentown Hp, Internal Medicine | HEALTHEAST
Medical School: Med Coll of Pa, Philadelphia | Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
Is Dr. Verghese board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vinita Verghese, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Verghese speak?
Dr. Verghese and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Verghese typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Verghese 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. Verghese. 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 Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
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:
- 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:
- Acute Bladder Infection
- Bladder Disease
- Acute Cystitis
- Sudden Bladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N3000: Acute cystitis without hematuria
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Verghese typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vinita Verghese 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. Verghese's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Verghese accept my insurance?
Dr. Verghese accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Verghese accept in Rancho Mirage, CA?
Dr. Verghese in Rancho Mirage, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
AMA Insurance Services
Blue Shield of California
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Globe Life
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Verghese's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Verghese affiliated with?
Dr. Verghese has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Verghese's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Verghese's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1952305880.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Verghese?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Verghese
What is Dr. Vinita Verghese's specialty?
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.