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41 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Online booking
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Shankariah, Internist in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, MI with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 41 years and is board certified. Dr. Shankariah graduated from Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Shankariah is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Shankariah’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Shankariah’s office at (989) 779-5250.
Where did Dr. Shankariah go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Hospital
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Saint Johns Medical College | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
Is Dr. Shankariah board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Shankariah speak?
Dr. Shankariah and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Shankariah typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Shankariah 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. Shankariah. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
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:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Shankariah typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah 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. Shankariah's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Shankariah accept my insurance?
Dr. Shankariah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (989) 779-5250 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Shankariah accept in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Dr. Shankariah in Mount Pleasant, MI accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Spectrum / Priority Health
State of Michigan
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Shankariah's office located?
Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah's Primary Practice
1201 South Dr Ste 131
Mount Pleasant, MI 48858
(989) 779-5250
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah?
Dr. Shankariah has appointments available at his Mount Pleasant, MI office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Shankariah's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Shankariah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174592893.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Shankariah?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Shankariah
What is Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah's specialty?
Dr. Shankariah is a Internist near Mount Pleasant, MI.
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. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Shankariah is affiliated with Um Health - Sparrow Hospital Lansing 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 Lakshmiprasad Shankariah accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, MI?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Shankariah, or call (989) 779-5250 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmiprasad Shankariah?
Please contact Dr. Shankariah's office at (989) 779-5250 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah have?
Dr. Lakshmiprasad Shankariah is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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