Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ramirez, Internist in Highland, IN?
Dr. Susan Ramirez, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Highland, IN with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Ramirez graduated from Indiana University School of Medicine and completed her residency at Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics. Dr. Ramirez is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramirez’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramirez’s office at (219) 237-2079.
Where did Dr. Ramirez go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Med Coll Wi Affil Hosps, Internal Medicine/Pediatrics | Children's Hospital of Wisconsin | Froedtert Hospital | Medical College of Wisconsin Affiliated Hospitals Program
Medical School: In Univ Sch of Med, Indianapolis In | Indiana University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Ramirez board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Susan Ramirez, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramirez speak?
Dr. Ramirez and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ramirez typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ramirez 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. Ramirez. 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
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
- 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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ramirez typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Susan Ramirez 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. Ramirez's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramirez accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramirez accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (219) 237-2079 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramirez accept in Highland, IN?
Dr. Ramirez in Highland, IN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Assurant
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Federal government of the United States
Group Administrators Ltd
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Physicians Mutual Insurance Company
State of Indiana
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ramirez's office located?
What is Dr. Ramirez's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramirez's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1861459364.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramirez?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramirez
What is Dr. Susan Ramirez's specialty?
Dr. Ramirez is a Internist near Highland, IN.
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. Susan Ramirez affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ramirez is affiliated with Northwestern Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Dyer, Uchicago Medicine Ingalls Memorial Hospital, Franciscan Health Crown Point, Mount Sinai South Nassau 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 Susan Ramirez accepting new patients in Highland, IN?
Yes, Dr. Susan Ramirez is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Susan Ramirez offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (219) 237-2079 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Susan Ramirez?
Please contact Dr. Ramirez's office at (219) 237-2079 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Susan Ramirez have?
Dr. Susan Ramirez is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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