Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Somasundaram, Internist in Independence, OH?
Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Independence, OH. He is board certified. Dr. Somasundaram graduated from Madras Med College and completed his residency at St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Somasundaram is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Somasundaram’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Somasundaram’s office at (216) 328-0418.
Where did Dr. Somasundaram go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | St Luke's Hospital Program
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Madras Med College | Chennai University Of Chennai
Is Dr. Somasundaram board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Somasundaram speak?
Dr. Somasundaram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Somasundaram typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Somasundaram 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. Somasundaram. 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:
- Generalized Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Overall Body Weakness
- Widespread Muscle Weakness
- Systemic Muscle Weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6281: Muscle weakness (generalized)
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Difficulty Walking
- Walking Problems
- Trouble Walking
- Impaired Gait
ICD-10 Codes:
- R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure
- Acute breathing failure
- Rapid onset respiratory failure
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Somasundaram typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Somasundaram performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Somasundaram. 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Also known as:
- Individual Speech and Language Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
Also known as:
- Swallowing Function Test
- Dysphagia Tests
- Dysphagia Evaluation
- Oral Swallowing Assessment
- Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
- Swallowing Study
CPT Codes:
- 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function
Also known as:
- Comprehensive Speech and Language Evaluation
- Speech sound evaluation
- Language comprehension test
- Articulation assessment
- Speech therapy evaluation
CPT Codes:
- 92523: Evaluation of speech sound production (eg, articulation, phonological process, apraxia, dysarthria); with evaluation of language comprehension and expression (eg, receptive and expressive language)
Does Dr. Somasundaram accept my insurance?
Dr. Somasundaram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 328-0418 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Somasundaram accept in Independence, OH?
Dr. Somasundaram in Independence, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareSource
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
Summa Health
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Somasundaram's office located?
Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram's Primary Practice
6701 Rockside Rd Ste 365
Independence, OH 44131
(216) 328-0418
What is Dr. Somasundaram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Somasundaram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831188168.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Somasundaram?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Somasundaram
What is Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram's specialty?
Dr. Somasundaram is a Internist near Independence, OH.
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. Meyyappan Somasundaram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Somasundaram is affiliated with Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Uh Parma Medical Center, Uh Cleveland Medical Center, Marymount 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
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Is Meyyappan Somasundaram accepting new patients in Independence, OH?
Yes, Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Somasundaram's office at (216) 328-0418 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Meyyappan Somasundaram?
Please contact Dr. Somasundaram's office at (216) 328-0418 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram have?
Dr. Meyyappan Somasundaram is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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