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Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy, MD

Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy, MD

Castro Valley, CA

17 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishnamurthy, Pulmonologist in Castro Valley, CA?

    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Castro Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishnamurthy completed his residency at Rochester General Hospital. Dr. Krishnamurthy is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnamurthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnamurthy’s office at (510) 490-1222.

    What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Krishnamurthy?

    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pulmonologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Krishnamurthy empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Critical Care, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Castro Valley/CA community, Dr. Krishnamurthy is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.

    Where did Dr. Krishnamurthy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Henry Ford Hospital/Wayne State University

    • Residency: Rochester General Hospital

    • Medical School: Kempegowda Inst of Med Sci, Bangalore University, India

    Is Dr. Krishnamurthy board certified in Pulmonologist?

    Yes, Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krishnamurthy speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Kannada

    What conditions does Dr. Krishnamurthy treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Krishnamurthy 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. Krishnamurthy. 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:

    • Moderate Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Persistent Asthma
    • Mild Intermittent Asthma
    • Asthma
    • Ongoing Moderate Asthma
    • Regular Moderate Asthma
    • Chronic Moderate Asthma
    • Ongoing Mild Asthma
    • Regular Mild Asthma
    • Chronic Mild Asthma
    • Occasional Asthma
    • Mild Asthma Attacks
    • Infrequent Asthma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J4540: Moderate persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4530: Mild persistent asthma, uncomplicated
    • J4520: Mild intermittent asthma, uncomplicated

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
    • I609: Nontraumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Wheezing
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea
    • Whistling breath
    • Wheezy breathing
    • Asthmatic breathing

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath
    • R062: Wheezing

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Cough
    • Cough
    • Persistent cough
    • Long-lasting cough
    • Ongoing cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R053: Chronic cough

    Also known as:

    • Interstitial Lung Disease
    • ILD
    • Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I629: Nontraumatic intracranial hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Pulmonary Fibrosis
    • Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
    • IPF
    • Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
    • Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    Does Dr. Krishnamurthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishnamurthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 490-1222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnamurthy accept in Castro Valley, CA?

    Dr. Krishnamurthy in Castro Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Sutter Health

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krishnamurthy's office located?

    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy's Primary Practice

    20130 Lake Chabot Rd

    Castro Valley, CA 94546

    (510) 490-1222

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    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy's Practice 2

    4000 Dublin Blvd

    Dublin, CA 94568

    (510) 498-2373

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    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy's Practice 3

    2500 Grant Rd

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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

    Dr. Krishnamurthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902067085.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnamurthy?

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

    What is Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy's specialty?

    Dr. Krishnamurthy is a Pulmonologist near Castro Valley, CA. An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders. Contact Dr. Krishnamurthy to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishnamurthy is affiliated with Eden Medical Center 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

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    Is Pramod Krishnamurthy accepting new patients in Castro Valley, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnamurthy's office at (510) 490-1222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pramod Krishnamurthy?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnamurthy's office at (510) 490-1222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy have?

    Dr. Pramod Krishnamurthy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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