Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gopalakrishnan, Internist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX. He is board certified. Dr. Gopalakrishnan graduated from Madras Med College and completed his residency at Interfaith Medical Center Program. Dr. Gopalakrishnan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gopalakrishnan’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gopalakrishnan’s office at (281) 484-3500.
Where did Dr. Gopalakrishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Interfaith Medical Center Program
Medical School: Madras Med College
Is Dr. Gopalakrishnan board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gopalakrishnan speak?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Gopalakrishnan treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gopalakrishnan 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. Gopalakrishnan. 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.
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
- Hyperosmolar Hyperglycemic State
- High Blood Sugar Crisis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1100: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperosmolarity without nonketotic hyperglycemic-hyperosmolar coma (NKHHC)
Also known as:
- Lack of Coordination
- Movement Disorder
- Clumsiness
- Ataxia
- Coordination Problems
- Unsteady Movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R278: Other lack of coordination
Also known as:
- Late-Onset Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- Sporadic Alzheimer's', 'Alzheimer's in Older Adults
- AD', 'Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G301: Alzheimer's disease with late onset
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Hypercholesterolemia
- High blood cholesterol
- Elevated cholesterol
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified
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:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Coronary Artery Disease with Angina
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
- Atherosclerotic Heart Disease with Angina
- Chest Pain from Heart Disease
- Angina Pectoris
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
- I25118: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery with other forms of angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Pressure Sore
- Pressure Sores
- Bed Sore
- Decubitus Ulcer
- Pressure Ulcer
ICD-10 Codes:
- L89154: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 4
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Hypertension with Ulcers
- Vascular Disease
- Venous Hypertension Ulcers
- High Venous Pressure with Sores
ICD-10 Codes:
- I87312: Chronic venous hypertension (idiopathic) with ulcer of left lower extremity
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
What procedures does Dr. Gopalakrishnan perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Gopalakrishnan 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. Gopalakrishnan. 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.
Also known as:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Unna Boot Application
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
- Compression Boot Application
- Unna Paste Bandage
- Leg Ulcer Dressing
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
Also known as:
- Multi-Layer Leg Compression Wrap
- Compression Bandage Application
- Leg Compression System
- Ankle and Foot Compression
CPT Codes:
- 29581: Application of multi-layer compression system; leg (below knee), including ankle and foot
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
- Group Speech Therapy
- Speech-Language Pathology
- Voice Therapy
- Communication Disorder Treatment
- Auditory Processing Therapy
- Group Language Therapy
- Group Voice Therapy
- Group Communication Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 92507: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Individual
- 92508: Treatment Of Speech, Language, Voice, Communication, And/Or Auditory Processing Disorder; Group, 2 Or More Individuals
Also known as:
- Nail Trimming and Cleaning
- Therapeutic Nail Debridement
- Thick Nail Treatment
- Fungal Nail Care
CPT Codes:
- 11721: Debridement of nail(s) by any method(s); 6 or more
Does Dr. Gopalakrishnan accept my insurance?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (281) 484-3500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gopalakrishnan accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Express Scripts
Fallon Community Health Plan
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
State of Tennessee
State of Texas
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gopalakrishnan's office located?
Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan's Primary Practice
11721 Fuqua St
Houston, TX 77034
(281) 484-3500
What is Dr. Gopalakrishnan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gopalakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194786137.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gopalakrishnan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gopalakrishnan
What is Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan's specialty?
Dr. Gopalakrishnan is a Internist near Houston, TX.
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.
Contact Dr. Gopalakrishnan to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gopalakrishnan is affiliated with HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, Houston Physicians' Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Southeast, Houston Methodist Clear Lake Hospital, HCA Houston Healthcare Clear Lake 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 Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gopalakrishnan's office at (281) 484-3500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan?
Please contact Dr. Gopalakrishnan's office at (281) 484-3500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan have?
Dr. Thandavarajan Gopalakrishnan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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