Medicare Procedure and Patient Information
2015 Medicare Procedure Volume
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 16 |
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Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD is an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA specializing in adult endocrinology. He graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD is affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Regents of the University of California and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs.
Thyroid Problems
Thyroid problems are a group of conditions that alter hormone regulation and metabolism. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the lower neck, just below the Adam's apple (laryngeal prominence) and larynx (voice box). Despite its small size, the thyroid has an outsized effect on the body by regulating hormones that control metabolism. Metabolism is the body's process of converting consumed food into fuel to power the entire body. Heart rate, weight, cholesterol, body temperature, and even physical growth and development are all affected by the metabolism.
When the thyroid malfunctions, the body is unable to properly process and allocate energy. Thyroid problems, such as hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) and hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid), cause irregular metabolism. In some cases, the body produces antibodies that attack the thyroid cells for unknown reasons. The damaged thyroid responds by releasing either too little or too much T3 and T4 thyroid hormones. Thyroid malfunctions may also arise from genetic causes or iodine deficiency. Thyroid problems may include:
Hashimoto's is the leading cause of hypothyroidism, which is when the thyroid does not produce enough hormones to stimulate adequate metabolism. The condition is diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and detect Hashimoto's antibodies. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include sluggish metabolism, inflammation, fatigue, weight gain, brittle hair, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. To supplement impaired thyroid function, patients with Hashimoto's are typically prescribed synthetic thyroid hormone pills. Such patients may need to consume synthetic thyroids for the rest of their lives. Other treatments may include dietary changes, such as the avoidance of certain foods and medication to reduce inflammation. Frequent blood tests can inform patients if their TSH levels are within a normal range.
Grave's disease is most frequently the cause of hyperthyroidism, which is when the thyroid produces too many hormones, overstimulating one's metabolism. The condition is also diagnosed by blood tests that measure TSH and detect Grave's antibodies. Elevated heart rate, high blood pressure, sweating, bulging eyes, and weight loss are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for hyperthyroidism include oral radioactive iodine, which slowly shrinks the thyroid, slowing the production of excess thyroid hormone. Other anti-thyroid medications such as methimazole (Tapazole) also reduce the production of thyroid hormones. Blood pressure medications known as beta blockers can ease the increased heart rate caused by hyperthyroidism. If treatments are unsuccessful, patients may be prescribed a thyroidectomy, or surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid. Some patients with hyperthyroidism may require ophthalmological (eye medicine) treatments such as eye drops, prednisone, and surgery to reduce eye swelling and bulging.
Untreated thyroid disorders frequently lead to goiters or thyroid nodules. A thyroid goiter is a large lump that can be felt near the base of the neck and is made of swollen thyroid tissue or nodules (excess cell growth). Nodules and goiters are diagnosed by CT scan or ultrasound. Obstructive goiters can cause pain, coughing, and abnormal breathing. The most common cause of goiters is hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). However, Hashimoto's is also known to cause goiters or nodules. Goiters develop from continued damage from antibodies to the thyroid over time. At times, a goiter can result from a cancerous thyroid tumor. Most goiters and nodules are themselves benign.
The exact causes of thyroid cancer are unknown. People who develop thyroid cancer may or may not have another thyroid problem such as Hashimoto's or Grave's disease. Symptoms of thyroid cancer include a nodule that can be felt on the neck, hoarseness, difficulty swallowing, swelling in the neck, and neck and throat pain. CT and MRI scans are used to diagnose thyroid cancer. There are four types of thyroid cancer which vary in intensity. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery) is usually prescribed to treat thyroid cancer.
Thyroid problems are often long-term conditions that require some form of treatment. With regular monitoring and medication, many people with thyroid problems are able to lead active and fulfilling lives.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 16 |
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Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 13 |
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The top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA during 2018 were hospital care and inpatient care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 94 |
|---|---|
| hospital care | 88 |
| inpatient care | 88 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2018 were chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA during 2019 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| diabetes management | 82 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 414 |
| hospital care | 478 |
| inpatient care | 478 |
| lab tests | 82 |
| preventive care | 82 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2019 were chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA during 2020 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| diabetes management | 58 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 342 |
| hospital care | 312 |
| inpatient care | 312 |
| lab tests | 58 |
| preventive care | 58 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2020 were chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA during 2021 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| diabetes management | 94 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 345 |
| hospital care | 359 |
| inpatient care | 359 |
| lab tests | 94 |
| preventive care | 94 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2021 were chronic kidney disease, diabetes, high cholesterol and hypertension.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
The top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA during 2022 were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| diabetes management | 104 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 326 |
| hospital care | 307 |
| inpatient care | 307 |
| lab tests | 104 |
| preventive care | 104 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2022 were diabetes, high cholesterol, hypertension and chronic kidney disease.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
| doctor visit | 304 |
|---|
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Male | |
|---|---|
| Female |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
|---|---|
| Black | |
| Hispanic | |
| Asian | |
| Other | |
| Native American |
| From 65 to 74 | |
|---|---|
| From 75 to 84 | |
| 85 and over | |
| Less than 65 |
The most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated during 2023 were high cholesterol, hypertension, osteoperosis and diabetes.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoperosis | |
| Atrial Fibrilation | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD for Medicare patients.
The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated as an endocrinologist in Martinez, CA were hospital care, inpatient care, lab tests and preventive care.
| diabetes management | 84 |
|---|---|
| doctor visit | 231 |
| hospital care | 308 |
| inpatient care | 308 |
| lab tests | 84 |
| preventive care | 84 |
Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD.
| Female | |
|---|---|
| Male |
| Black / African American | |
|---|---|
| Asian / Pacific Islander | |
| Non-Hispanic White | |
| Hispanic | |
| Native American / Alaskan Native | |
| Other |
| 85 and over | |
|---|---|
| 75 to 84 | |
| Less than 65 | |
| 65 to 74 |
The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD treated were high cholesterol, hypertension, diabetes and chronic kidney disease.
| Hypertension | |
|---|---|
| High Cholesterol | |
| Stroke | |
| Ischemic Heart Disease | |
| Depression | |
| Chronic Kidney Disease | |
| Asthma | |
| Osteoporosis | |
| Heart Failure | |
| Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease | |
| Diabetes | |
| Atrial Fibrillation | |
| Dementia | |
| Cancer |
Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD graduated from Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School. He is certified by the American Board of Internal MedicineEndocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism and has a state license in Illinois.
Medical School: Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School
Board Certification: American Board of Internal MedicineEndocrinology Diabetes and Metabolism
Licensed In: Illinois
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Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.92 out of 5 stars based on 50 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Martinez, CA.
These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Ravi (He/Him) Iyengar, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.
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$84
JANUMET XR $84 |
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$28
TRADJENTA $28 |
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$14
BRILINTA $14 |
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$13
Nuedexta $13 |
| $138 |
Dr. Ravi Iyengar practices adult endocrinology. He has received a 5.0 out of 5 star rating by his patients. His clinical interests include diabetes, thyroid problems, and pituitary disorders. Dr. Iyengar is professionally affiliated with UC San Diego Health, Regents of the University of California, and U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs. Dr. Iyengar is a graduate of Rosalind Franklin University of Medicine and Science, Chicago Medical School.