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Dr. Shailaja Malhotra, MD

Richmond, VA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Malhotra, Internist in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Shailaja Malhotra, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Richmond, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Malhotra completed her residency at Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Malhotra is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malhotra’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malhotra’s office at (804) 818-7041.

    Where did Dr. Malhotra go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Tn Coll Of Med, Family Medicine; Bronx-Lebanon Hosp Ctr, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Mln Med Coll, Univ of Allahabad, Allahabad, Up, India

    Is Dr. Malhotra board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Shailaja Malhotra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Malhotra speak?

    Dr. Malhotra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Malhotra typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Malhotra 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. Malhotra. 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:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    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:

    • Generalized Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • GAD
    • Chronic Worry
    • Excessive Worry Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F411: Generalized anxiety disorder

    Also known as:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • ADHD, Predominantly Inattentive Type
    • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
    • Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder
    • ADD
    • Inattentive ADHD

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F900: Attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder, predominantly inattentive type

    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:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Malhotra typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shailaja Malhotra may include:

    Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Malhotra accept my insurance?

    Dr. Malhotra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (804) 818-7041 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Malhotra accept in Richmond, VA?

    Dr. Malhotra in Richmond, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan

    • Cigna Group

    • Continental Life Insurance

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Malhotra's office located?

    Dr. Shailaja Malhotra's Primary Practice

    5855 Bremo Rd Ste 306

    Richmond, VA 23226

    (804) 818-7041

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    Dr. Shailaja Malhotra's Practice 2

    6439 Iron Bridge Rd

    North Chesterfield, VA 23234

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    Dr. Shailaja Malhotra's Practice 3

    13841 Hull Street Rd Ste 4

    Midlothian, VA 23112

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    What is Dr. Malhotra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972572543.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malhotra?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malhotra

    What is Dr. Shailaja Malhotra's specialty?

    Dr. Malhotra is a Internist near Richmond, VA.

    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. Shailaja Malhotra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Malhotra is affiliated with Bon Secours St. Mary's Hospital, Vcu Medical Center North Hospital, Bon Secours St. Francis Medical Center, Johnston-Willis 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Shailaja Malhotra accepting new patients in Richmond, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Shailaja Malhotra is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Shailaja Malhotra offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (804) 818-7041 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Shailaja Malhotra?

    Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (804) 818-7041 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Shailaja Malhotra have?

    Dr. Shailaja Malhotra is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.

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