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17 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Perla, Internist in Sunnyvale, CA?
Dr. Renuka Perla, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sunnyvale, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 17 years and is board certified. Dr. Perla is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Perla’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Perla’s office at (408) 992-4858.
Where did Dr. Perla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Andhra Medical College, Univ of Health Sciences
Is Dr. Perla board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Perla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Perla speak?
Dr. Perla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Perla typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Perla 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. Perla. 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:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
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:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Perla typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Renuka Perla may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Perla's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Perla accept my insurance?
Dr. Perla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 992-4858 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Perla accept in Sunnyvale, CA?
Dr. Perla in Sunnyvale, 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
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Perla's office located?
What is Dr. Perla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Perla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1710183074.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Perla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Perla
What is Dr. Renuka Perla's specialty?
Dr. Perla is a Internist near Sunnyvale, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Renuka Perla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Perla is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Renuka Perla accepting new patients in Sunnyvale, CA?
Yes, Dr. Renuka Perla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Renuka Perla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Perla's office at (408) 992-4858 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Renuka Perla?
Please contact Dr. Perla's office at (408) 992-4858 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Renuka Perla have?
Dr. Renuka Perla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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