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Who is Dr. Prakash, Adolescent Medicine Specialist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Laura Prakash, MD is an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (916) 734-5387.
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Unexplained Weight Loss
- Involuntary Weight Loss
- Significant Weight Loss
- Unintentional Weight Loss
ICD-10 Codes:
- R634: Abnormal weight loss
Also known as:
- Nutritional Deficiency
- Malnutrition
- Nutrient Shortage
- Lack of Essential Nutrients
ICD-10 Codes:
- E639: Nutritional deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Irregular Periods
- Menstruation
- Oligomenorrhea
- Abnormal Menstrual Cycle
ICD-10 Codes:
- N926: Irregular menstruation, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gender Dysphoria
- Gender incongruence
- Gender identity issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- F649: Gender identity disorder, unspecified
What procedures does an Adolescent Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As an Adolescent Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Laura Prakash may include:
- Adolescent Annual Check Up
- Adolescent Medicine Consultation
- Adolescent Medicine Follow Up
- Adolescent Pap Smear / Annual GYN Exam
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-5387 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Prakash 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
Centene Corporation
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
Dr. Laura Prakash's Primary Practice
2516 Stockton Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95817
(916) 734-5387
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639372170.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Laura Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Adolescent Medicine Specialist near Sacramento, CA.
Is this Dr. Laura Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Uc Davis Medical Center, Sutter Tracy Community 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
When to see an Adolescent Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Adolescent Medicine Specialist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Laura Prakash accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Laura Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Laura Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (916) 734-5387 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Laura Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (916) 734-5387 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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