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Dr. Viswanatham Susarla, MD

Dr. Viswanatham Susarla, MD

Elgin, IL

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Susarla, Internist in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Viswanatham Susarla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL. He is board certified. Dr. Susarla graduated from Andhra Medical College and completed his residency at St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine; Mo Baptist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Susarla is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Susarla’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Susarla’s office.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Susarla?

    Dr. Viswanatham Susarla, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Internist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Susarla empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Alzheimer's Disease, Dementia, Diabetes, Hypertension, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Elgin, IL community, Dr. Susarla is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

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

    • Residency: St Francis Hosp Of Evanston, Internal Medicine; Mo Baptist Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Francis Hospital Program

    • Medical School: Andhra Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Visakhapatnam- Ap- India | Andhra Medical College

    Is Dr. Susarla board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Viswanatham Susarla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Susarla speak?

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

    • English

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

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

    As an Internist, Dr. Susarla 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. Susarla. 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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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

    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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • Other Health Condition
    • Unspecified Health Issue
    • General Health Concern
    • Other Medical Condition

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z789: Other specified health status

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

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Viswanatham Susarla may include:

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

    Does Dr. Susarla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Susarla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Susarla accept in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Susarla in Elgin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Aetna

    • Banner Health

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Devoted Health

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Susarla's office located?

    Dr. Viswanatham Susarla's Primary Practice

    860 Summit St Ste 123

    Elgin, IL 60120

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

    Dr. Susarla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922014315.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Susarla?

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

    What is Dr. Viswanatham Susarla's specialty?

    Dr. Susarla is a Internist near Elgin, IL.

    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. Viswanatham Susarla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Susarla is affiliated with Advocate Sherman Hospital 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Viswanatham Susarla accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Viswanatham Susarla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Viswanatham Susarla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Susarla's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Viswanatham Susarla?

    Please contact Dr. Susarla's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Viswanatham Susarla have?

    Dr. Viswanatham Susarla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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