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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Parulkar, Internist in Shrewsbury, MA?
Dr. Smita Parulkar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shrewsbury, MA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified. Dr. Parulkar graduated from Grant Government Medical College and completed her residency at St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Parulkar is fluent in English, Albanian, Arabic, Chinese, Greek, Modern (1453-), Polish, Portuguese, and Vietnamese, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Parulkar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Parulkar’s office at (508) 595-2021.
Where did Dr. Parulkar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Vincent Hosp, Internal Medicine | St Vincent Hospital Program
Medical School: Grant Government Medical College
Is Dr. Parulkar board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Smita Parulkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Parulkar speak?
Dr. Parulkar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Albanian
Arabic
Chinese
English
Greek, Modern (1453-)
Polish
Portuguese
Vietnamese
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Parulkar typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Parulkar 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. Parulkar. 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:
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Osteoporosis Fracture
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Fragility Fracture
- Bone Weakness Fracture
- Pathologic Fracture due to Osteoporosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M800AXD: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, other site, subsequent encounter for fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- Persistent Mood Disorder
- Mood Disorder
- Chronic Mood Disorder
- Long-term Mood Problems
- Affective Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F3489: Other specified persistent mood disorders
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (STEMI) - Unspecified Site
- Heart Attack
- STEMI Myocardial Infarction
- Acute MI
ICD-10 Codes:
- I213: ST elevation (STEMI) myocardial infarction of unspecified site
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Parulkar typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Smita Parulkar 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. Parulkar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Parulkar accept my insurance?
Dr. Parulkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (508) 595-2021 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Parulkar accept in Shrewsbury, MA?
Dr. Parulkar in Shrewsbury, MA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Medicare
Point32Health
State of Massachusetts
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Parulkar's office located?
What is Dr. Parulkar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Parulkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922060607.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Parulkar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Parulkar
What is Dr. Smita Parulkar's specialty?
Dr. Parulkar is a Internist near Shrewsbury, MA.
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. Smita Parulkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Parulkar is affiliated with Saint Vincent Hospital - Worcester, Ma 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 Smita Parulkar accepting new patients in Shrewsbury, MA?
Yes, Dr. Smita Parulkar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smita Parulkar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Parulkar's office at (508) 595-2021 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smita Parulkar?
Please contact Dr. Parulkar's office at (508) 595-2021 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Smita Parulkar have?
Dr. Smita Parulkar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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