36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Hande, Internist in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Vishwanath Hande, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Burlington, NC with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Hande graduated from University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India and completed his residency at Temple Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine. Dr. Hande is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Hande’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Hande’s office at (336) 538-1234.
Where did Dr. Hande go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Temple University Hospital, Pulmonary, PA, USA | Pulmonary Medicine, Temple University (Pennsylvania)
Residency: Temple Univ Hosp, Pulmonary Critical Care Medicine; U Pa Hlth Sys-Presby M C, Internal Medicine | Presbyterian Medical Center, internal medicine, PA, USA | Internal Medicine, Presbyterian Medical Center
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India
Is Dr. Hande board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vishwanath Hande, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 1994, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2001
What languages does Dr. Hande speak?
Dr. Hande and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Hande typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Hande 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. Hande. 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 here.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- Abnormal Blood Sugar
- Blood Glucose
- High blood glucose
- Low blood glucose
- Glucose intolerance
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7309: Other abnormal glucose
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Prostate Cancer Screening
- Prostate Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- PSA Test
- Prostate Exam
- Prostate Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z125: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Hande typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vishwanath Hande 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. Hande's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Hande accept my insurance?
Dr. Hande accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (336) 538-1234 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Hande accept in Burlington, NC?
Dr. Hande in Burlington, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Care N' Care Insurance Company
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicare
State of North Carolina
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
WakeMed
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Where is Dr. Hande's office located?
Dr. Vishwanath Hande's Primary Practice
1234 Huffman Mill Rd
Burlington, NC 27215
(336) 538-1234
3000 Meadowmont Village Circle Suite 311
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What is Dr. Hande's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Hande's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528068004.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Hande?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Hande
What is Dr. Vishwanath Hande's specialty?
Dr. Hande is a Internist near Burlington, NC.
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. Vishwanath Hande affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Hande is affiliated with Alamance Regional Medical Center, Wakemed Raleigh Campus, Duke University Hospital 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
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Is Vishwanath Hande accepting new patients in Burlington, NC?
Yes, Dr. Vishwanath Hande is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishwanath Hande offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Hande's office at (336) 538-1234 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishwanath Hande?
Please contact Dr. Hande's office at (336) 538-1234 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vishwanath Hande have?
Dr. Vishwanath Hande is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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