Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Veerappan, Gastroenterologist in Fremont, CA?
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Veerappan?
Dr. Annamalai Veerappan, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Gastroenterologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Veerappan empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Colonoscopy, Endoscopy, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Fremont, CA community, Dr. Veerappan is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Veerappan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Beth Israel Med Ctr, Gastroenterology; N Shore Univ Hp-Forest Hills, Internal Medicine | Laguardia Hospital | NSLIJHS/Hofstra North Shore-LIJ School of Medicine at North Shore University Hospital Program
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Howard Univ College of Medicine | Madras Med College
Is Dr. Veerappan board certified as a Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Annamalai Veerappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Veerappan speak?
Dr. Veerappan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
- Tamil
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Veerappan typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Veerappan 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. Veerappan. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Hepatitis B
- Hepatitis B
- Long-term Hepatitis B
- Persistent Hepatitis B
- Hep B
ICD-10 Codes:
- B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Fatty Liver Disease
- Liver Disease
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
- Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
- NAFLD
- NASH
- Hepatic steatosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Veerappan typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Veerappan 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. Veerappan. 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:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
- Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
- Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Liver Elastography
- Elastography
- FibroScan
- Liver stiffness test
- Shear wave elastography
CPT Codes:
- 91200: Liver elastography, mechanically induced shear wave (eg, vibration), without imaging, with interpretation and report
Does Dr. Veerappan accept my insurance?
Dr. Veerappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 248-1843 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Veerappan accept in Fremont, CA?
Dr. Veerappan in Fremont, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Central Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Universal of WHealth Care Insurance Company
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Where is Dr. Veerappan's office located?
Dr. Annamalai Veerappan's Primary Practice
39500 Fremont Blvd Ste 100
Fremont, CA 94538
(510) 248-1843
What hospitals are Dr. Veerappan affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Veerappan has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
What is Dr. Veerappan's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Veerappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881628451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Veerappan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Veerappan