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Who is Dr. Rao, Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist in Madera, CA?
Dr. Latha Rao, MD is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, who primarily practices in Madera, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (559) 353-5480.
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Hereditary Spherocytosis
- Iron
- Hereditary spherocytosis
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
- Congenital Hemolytic Anemia
- Minkowski-Chauffard Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
- D508: Other iron deficiency anemias
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
- D580: Hereditary spherocytosis
Also known as:
- Immune Thrombocytopenic Purpura
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Immune thrombocytopenia
- ITP
- Idiopathic thrombocytopenic purpura
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D693: Immune thrombocytopenic purpura
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Low White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
- Leukopenia
- Low WBC count
- Immune system weakness
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
- D72819: Decreased white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Regular Cycle)
- Heavy and Frequent Periods (Irregular Cycle)
- Menstruation
- Menorrhagia
- Polymenorrhea
- Abnormal Uterine Bleeding
- Menometrorrhagia
- Irregular Heavy Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N920: Excessive and frequent menstruation with regular cycle
- N921: Excessive and frequent menstruation with irregular cycle
Also known as:
- Abnormal Blood Clotting Test
- Blood
- Coagulation Disorder
- Blood Clotting Problem
- Abnormal PT/INR
ICD-10 Codes:
- R791: Abnormal coagulation profile
Also known as:
- Sickle Cell Disease (Stable)
- Sickle Cell Disease
- Sickle cell anemia without crisis
- Chronic sickle cell disease
- Stable sickle cell
ICD-10 Codes:
- D571: Sickle-cell disease without crisis
Also known as:
- Hemophilia A
- Hemophilia
- Factor VIII Deficiency', 'Classic Hemophilia', 'Bleeder's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D66: Hereditary factor VIII deficiency
Also known as:
- Thalassemia Minor
- Thalassemia
- Alpha thalassemia
- Thalassemia Trait
ICD-10 Codes:
- D563: Thalassemia minor
Also known as:
- Von Willebrand Disease
- Platelet Disorder
- Von Willebrand disease
- vWD
- Von Willebrand disorder
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D6800: Von Willebrand disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Hemoglobin Disorder
- Anemia
- Rare hemoglobinopathy
- Uncommon blood disorder
- Genetic blood condition
ICD-10 Codes:
- D582: Other hemoglobinopathies
Also known as:
- Aplastic Anemia
- Bone Marrow Failure Anemia
- Marrow Aplasia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D619: Aplastic anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Red Blood Cell Abnormality
- Blood
- RBC Disorders
- Atypical Red Blood Cells
- Blood Cell Irregularities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R718: Other abnormality of red blood cells
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
As a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Latha Rao may include:
- 3D Conformal Radiotherapy
- Adaptive Radiation Therapy (ART)
- Adrenalectomy
- Blood Thinning Therapy / Anticoagulation
- Blood Transfusion Consultation
- Blood Transfusion Follow Up
- Bone Excision
- Bone Grafting
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 353-5480 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Madera, CA?
Dr. Rao in Madera, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene
Central California Alliance for Health
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Kern Health Systems
Managed Care of America
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Latha Rao's Primary Practice
9300 Valley Childrens Pl
Madera, CA 93636
(559) 353-5480
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1740447267.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Latha Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist near Madera, CA. A pediatrician trained in the integration of pediatrics, hematology, and oncology, specializing in the recognition and management of blood disorders and cancer in children. This expert provides comprehensive care for conditions such as anemia, bleeding disorders, and various pediatric cancers. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Latha Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Valley Childrens Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Pediatric Hematologist-Oncologist?
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Is Latha Rao accepting new patients in Madera, CA?
Yes, Dr. Latha Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Latha Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (559) 353-5480 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Latha Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (559) 353-5480 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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