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Who is Dr. Theethira, Gastroenterologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Theethira is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Theethira’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. Theethira’s office at (916) 681-6000.
Is Dr. Theethira board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Theethira speak?
Dr. Theethira and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Theethira treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Theethira 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. Theethira. 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:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- History of Other Digestive System Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Digestive Disease
- Colonic Polyps
- Past GI Disorder
- Previous Digestive Problem
- History of Gastrointestinal Illness
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8719: Personal history of other diseases of the digestive system
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
- K921: Melena
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
- R194: Change in bowel habit
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
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Abdominal Bloating
- Gas
- Gas in the Digestive Tract
- Bloated Stomach
- Swollen Belly
- Gaseous Distension
ICD-10 Codes:
- R140: Abdominal distension (gaseous)
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Stomach or Duodenum Polyp
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Polyp
- Duodenal Polyp
- Stomach Growth
ICD-10 Codes:
- K317: Polyp of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Theethira perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Theethira's office.
Does Dr. Theethira accept my insurance?
Dr. Theethira accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 681-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Theethira accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Theethira in Sacramento, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Dignity Health / Catholic Health West
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Theethira's office located?
Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira's Primary Practice
8120 Timberlake Way Ste 107
Sacramento, CA 95823
(916) 681-6000
What is Dr. Theethira's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Theethira's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225284359.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Theethira?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Theethira
What is Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira's specialty?
Dr. Theethira is a Gastroenterologist near Sacramento, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Theethira to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Theethira is affiliated with Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital 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 Thimmaiah Theethira accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Theethira's office at (916) 681-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Thimmaiah Theethira?
Please contact Dr. Theethira's office at (916) 681-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira have?
Dr. Thimmaiah Theethira is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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