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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khatiwala, Internist in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Vijay Khatiwala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bronx, NY. Dr. Khatiwala graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed his residency at Our Lady Of Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Khatiwala is fluent in English, Gujarati, and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khatiwala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khatiwala’s office at (718) 325-3500.
Where did Dr. Khatiwala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Our Lady Of Mercy Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | Our Lady of The Lake Program
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | Osmania Medical College
What languages does Dr. Khatiwala speak?
Dr. Khatiwala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Gujarati
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Khatiwala typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Khatiwala 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. Khatiwala. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Khatiwala typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Khatiwala 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. Khatiwala. 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:
- 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:
- Swallowing Therapy
- Dysphagia Treatment
- Feeding Therapy
- Oral Function Therapy
CPT Codes:
- 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding
Does Dr. Khatiwala accept my insurance?
Dr. Khatiwala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 325-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Khatiwala accept in Bronx, NY?
Dr. Khatiwala in Bronx, NY accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Amida Care
Cascade Comprehensive Care
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Healthfirst New York
Medicaid
Medicare
State of New York
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khatiwala's office located?
What is Dr. Khatiwala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khatiwala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1831160589.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khatiwala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khatiwala
What is Dr. Vijay Khatiwala's specialty?
Dr. Khatiwala is a Internist near Bronx, NY.
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 Khatiwala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khatiwala is affiliated with Montefiore Einstein Hospital - Moses Campus 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
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Is Vijay Khatiwala accepting new patients in Bronx, NY?
Yes, Dr. Vijay Khatiwala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vijay Khatiwala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khatiwala's office at (718) 325-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vijay Khatiwala?
Please contact Dr. Khatiwala's office at (718) 325-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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