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Who is Dr. Kulkarni, Endocrinologist in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Rani Kulkarni, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Tacoma, WA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kulkarni is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kulkarni’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kulkarni’s office at (253) 426-6341.
What languages does Dr. Kulkarni speak?
Dr. Kulkarni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does Dr. Kulkarni treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Kulkarni 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. Kulkarni. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
- Borderline diabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7303: Prediabetes
Also known as:
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS)
- Polycystic Ovary Syndrome
- PCOS
- Stein-Leventhal Syndrome
- Polycystic Ovaries
ICD-10 Codes:
- E282: Polycystic ovarian syndrome
What procedures does Dr. Kulkarni perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Kulkarni 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. Kulkarni. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Kulkarni accept my insurance?
Dr. Kulkarni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (253) 426-6341 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kulkarni accept in Tacoma, WA?
Dr. Kulkarni in Tacoma, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cooperative Benefit Group
Express Scripts
First Administrators
First Medical Health Plan
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Molina
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What is Dr. Kulkarni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kulkarni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932362365.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kulkarni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kulkarni
What is Dr. Rani Kulkarni's specialty?
Dr. Kulkarni is a Endocrinologist near Tacoma, WA. An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues. Contact Dr. Kulkarni to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Rani Kulkarni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kulkarni is affiliated with St. Joseph Medical Center - Tacoma, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Franklin Square Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 Rani Kulkarni accepting new patients in Tacoma, WA?
Yes, Dr. Rani Kulkarni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rani Kulkarni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kulkarni's office at (253) 426-6341 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rani Kulkarni?
Please contact Dr. Kulkarni's office at (253) 426-6341 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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