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Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka, MD
San Antonio, TX
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka, Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka, MD is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka graduated from Andhra Medical College. Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka’s office at (210) 450-9700.
Where did Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Andhra Medical College
Is Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka board certified as a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka speak?
Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka typically treat?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka 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. Bhavaraju-Sanka. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Myasthenia Gravis (Flare-up)
- Myasthenia Gravis (Stable)
- Myasthenia Gravis
- MG Exacerbation
- Acute Myasthenia Gravis
- Myasthenic Crisis
- MG without Flare-up
- Controlled Myasthenia Gravis
- Chronic MG
ICD-10 Codes:
- G7001: Myasthenia gravis with (acute) exacerbation
- G7000: Myasthenia gravis without (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome
- Arrhythmia
- POTS
- Orthostatic intolerance
- Postural tachycardia syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G90A: Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome [POTS]
Also known as:
- Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy
- Hereditary Nerve Disorder
- Peripheral Nerve Disorder
- CIDP
- Chronic Inflammatory Polyneuritis
- Demyelinating Neuropathy
- Genetic Neuropathy
- Idiopathic Neuropathy
- Inherited Nerve Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- G6181: Chronic inflammatory demyelinating polyneuritis
- G609: Hereditary and idiopathic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pompe Disease
- Carbohydrate Metabolism Disorder
- Pompe disease
- GSD II
- Glycogen Storage Disease Type II
- Acid Maltase Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7402: Pompe disease
Also known as:
- Stiff-Person Syndrome
- Autoimmune Disease
- Neuromuscular Disorder
- Spinal Cord Disease
- Hereditary hyperekplexia
- Stiff-Man Syndrome
- SPS
- Moersch-Woltman Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- G2582: Stiff-man syndrome
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
What procedures does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist like Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka typically perform?
As a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka accept my insurance?
Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 450-9700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka in San Antonio, TX 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)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
Humana
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's office located?
Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka's Primary Practice
8300 Floyd Curl Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 450-9700
What is Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679786651.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka
What is Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka's specialty?
Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka is a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Neuromuscular Medicine Specialist - Neurologist do?
A neurologist or child neurologist specializing in the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and neuromuscular junction disorders is responsible to treat conditions such as amyotrophic lateral sclerosis (ALS), peripheral neuropathies (e.g., diabetic and immune-mediated neuropathies), various muscular dystrophies, congenital and acquired myopathies, inflammatory myopathies (e.g., polymyositis, inclusion body myositis), and neuromuscular transmission disorders like myasthenia gravis and Lambert-Eaton myasthenic syndrome.
Is this Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka is affiliated with University Hospital-San Antonio, Baptist Medical Center - San Antonio, Christus Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi - Shoreline, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio 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 Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's office at (210) 450-9700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka?
Please contact Dr. Bhavaraju-Sanka's office at (210) 450-9700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka have?
Dr. Ratna Bhavaraju-Sanka is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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