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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kannan, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Vijay Kannan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kannan graduated from Madras Med College. Dr. Kannan is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kannan’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kannan’s office at (301) 681-7010.
Where did Dr. Kannan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Madras Med College
What languages does Dr. Kannan speak?
Dr. Kannan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kannan typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kannan 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. Kannan. 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:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- 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:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kannan typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijay Kannan 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. Kannan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kannan accept my insurance?
Dr. Kannan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 681-7010 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kannan accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Kannan in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Riverside Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kannan's office located?
Dr. Vijay Kannan's Primary Practice
4910 Massachusetts Ave NW Ste 114 Ofc
Washington, DC 20016
(301) 681-7010
What is Dr. Kannan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kannan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1942295621.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kannan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kannan
What is Dr. Vijay Kannan's specialty?
Dr. Kannan is a Internist near Washington, DC.
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. Vijay Kannan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kannan is affiliated with The Johns Hopkins Hospital, Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Beebe Healthcare, Medstar Montgomery Medical Center, Adventist Healthcare White Oak Medical Center 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 Vijay Kannan accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Kannan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Kannan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kannan's office at (301) 681-7010 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Kannan?
Please contact Dr. Kannan's office at (301) 681-7010 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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