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Dr. Varma Meka, MD

Riverdale, GA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Meka, Internist in Riverdale, GA?

    Dr. Varma Meka, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Riverdale, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Meka graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed his residency at Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine. Dr. Meka is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, Telugu, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Meka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Meka’s office at (770) 997-2160.

    Where did Dr. Meka go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Ny Hosp Med Ctr Of Queens, Internal Medicine | New York Medical College at Metropolitan Hospital Center Program

    • Medical School: Gandhi Med College

    Is Dr. Meka board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Varma Meka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Meka speak?

    Dr. Meka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    • Vietnamese

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Meka typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Meka 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. Meka. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Ischemic Heart Disease
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Acute Coronary Syndrome
    • Sudden Heart Problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I249: Acute ischemic heart disease, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Meka typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Varma Meka may include:

    Please contact Dr. Meka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Meka accept my insurance?

    Dr. Meka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (770) 997-2160 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Meka accept in Riverdale, GA?

    Dr. Meka in Riverdale, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene Corporation

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health

    • State of Georgia

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Meka's office located?

    Dr. Varma Meka's Primary Practice

    483 Upper Riverdale Rd SW Ste L

    Riverdale, GA 30274

    (770) 997-2160

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    Dr. Varma Meka's Practice 2

    3084 Mount Carmel Rd

    Hampton, GA 30228

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    Dr. Varma Meka's Practice 3

    535 Coliseum Dr

    Macon, GA 31217

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    What is Dr. Meka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Meka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366447187.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Meka?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Meka

    What is Dr. Varma Meka's specialty?

    Dr. Meka is a Internist near Riverdale, GA.

    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. Varma Meka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Meka is affiliated with Southern Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Macon Medical Center, Piedmont Fayette Hospital, Tift Regional Medical Center, Piedmont Henry Hospital, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Varma Meka accepting new patients in Riverdale, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Varma Meka is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Varma Meka offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Meka's office at (770) 997-2160 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Varma Meka?

    Please contact Dr. Meka's office at (770) 997-2160 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Varma Meka have?

    Dr. Varma Meka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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