26 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Saxena, Internist in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Ranjana Saxena, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Berkeley, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Saxena graduated from Rutgers and completed her residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Saxena is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Saxena’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Saxena’s office at (510) 525-8980.
Where did Dr. Saxena go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: Jiwaji University / Gajra Raja Medical College | Rutgers
Is Dr. Saxena board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ranjana Saxena, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Saxena speak?
Dr. Saxena and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Saxena typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Saxena 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. Saxena. 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:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Acute Respiratory Failure
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Lung failure
- Breathing failure
- Respiratory insufficiency
- 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:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Oropharyngeal Dysphagia
- Swallowing Disorder
- Difficulty Swallowing in Throat
- Trouble Starting to Swallow
- Throat Swallowing Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1312: Dysphagia, oropharyngeal phase
Also known as:
- Pain
- Body ache
- Discomfort
- Soreness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R52: Pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Saxena typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Ranjana Saxena 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. Saxena's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Saxena accept my insurance?
Dr. Saxena accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 525-8980 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Saxena accept in Berkeley, CA?
Dr. Saxena in Berkeley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Saxena's office located?
Dr. Ranjana Saxena's Primary Practice
1510 4th St Ste 1
Berkeley, CA 94710
(510) 525-8980
What is Dr. Saxena's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Saxena's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1770552721.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Saxena?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Saxena
What is Dr. Ranjana Saxena's specialty?
Dr. Saxena is a Internist near Berkeley, CA.
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. Ranjana Saxena affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Saxena is affiliated with Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, John Muir Health Walnut Creek 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 Ranjana Saxena accepting new patients in Berkeley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ranjana Saxena is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ranjana Saxena offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (510) 525-8980 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ranjana Saxena?
Please contact Dr. Saxena's office at (510) 525-8980 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ranjana Saxena have?
Dr. Ranjana Saxena is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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