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Dr. Harsha Polavarapu, MD

Louisiana, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Polavarapu, Surgeon in Louisiana, MO?

    Dr. Harsha Polavarapu, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Louisiana, MO with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Polavarapu is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Polavarapu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Polavarapu’s office at (573) 754-4584.

    Is Dr. Polavarapu board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Harsha Polavarapu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Polavarapu speak?

    Dr. Polavarapu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Polavarapu treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Polavarapu 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. Polavarapu. 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:

    • 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:

    • Hemorrhoids
    • Piles
    • Anal veins
    • Swollen rectal veins
    • Swollen Veins in Anus
    • Anal Lumps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K648: Other hemorrhoids
    • K649: Unspecified hemorrhoids

    Also known as:

    • Colorectal Cancer
    • Colon cancer
    • Rectal cancer
    • Bowel cancer
    • Malignant neoplasm of colon
    • Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C189: Malignant neoplasm of colon, unspecified
    • C20: Malignant neoplasm of rectum

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal Polyps
    • Intestinal Polyps
    • Bowel Polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Complete Bowel Incontinence
    • Bowel Incontinence
    • Full fecal incontinence
    • Total loss of bowel control
    • Severe accidental bowel leakage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R159: Full incontinence of feces

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulosis
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Diverticular Disease
    • Colon Diverticula
    • Pockets in the Colon

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Bowel Movements
    • Bowel Movement
    • Unusual stool
    • Changes in poop
    • Fecal changes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R195: Other fecal abnormalities

    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

    Also known as:

    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Rectal Disorder
    • Perirectal Abscess
    • Pus Pocket in Rectum
    • Rectal Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K611: Rectal abscess

    Also known as:

    • Anal Fissure
    • Anal Disorder
    • Rectal Tear
    • Fissure in Anus
    • Perianal Fissure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K602: Anal fissure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Polavarapu perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Harsha Polavarapu may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office.

    Does Dr. Polavarapu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Polavarapu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 754-4584 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Polavarapu accept in Louisiana, MO?

    Dr. Polavarapu in Louisiana, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Southeast IN Health Org

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    Where is Dr. Polavarapu's office located?

    Dr. Harsha Polavarapu's Primary Practice

    2305 Georgia St

    Louisiana, MO 63353

    (573) 754-4584

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    Dr. Harsha Polavarapu's Practice 2

    1118 Hampshire St

    Quincy, IL 62301

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    Dr. Harsha Polavarapu's Practice 3

    640 W Washington St

    Pittsfield, IL 62363

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    What is Dr. Polavarapu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Polavarapu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982864476.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Polavarapu?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Polavarapu

    What is Dr. Harsha Polavarapu's specialty?

    Dr. Polavarapu is a Surgeon near Louisiana, MO. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Polavarapu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Harsha Polavarapu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Polavarapu is affiliated with Blessing Hospital 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

    Where can I learn more about Surgeon?

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    Is Harsha Polavarapu accepting new patients in Louisiana, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Harsha Polavarapu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Harsha Polavarapu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office at (573) 754-4584 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Harsha Polavarapu?

    Please contact Dr. Polavarapu's office at (573) 754-4584 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Harsha Polavarapu have?

    Dr. Harsha Polavarapu is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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