SD
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Daka, Internist in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Smitha Daka, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fountain Valley, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Daka is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Daka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Daka’s office at (714) 964-6229.
Where did Dr. Daka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Rajiv Gandhi University of Hlth Sciences Sri Devaraj Urs Med Colg
Is Dr. Daka board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Smitha Daka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Daka speak?
Dr. Daka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Daka typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Daka 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. Daka. 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:
- Other Specific Healthcare Encounters
- Special Medical Visits
- Unusual Doctor Appointments
- Healthcare for Unique Situations
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7689: Persons encountering health services in other specified circumstances
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Personal Choice Not to Vaccinate
- Vaccine Refusal
- Patient Declined Vaccination
- Unvaccinated by Choice
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z2820: Immunization not carried out because of patient decision for unspecified reason
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Daka typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Smitha Daka 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. Daka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Daka accept my insurance?
Dr. Daka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 964-6229 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Daka accept in Fountain Valley, CA?
Dr. Daka in Fountain Valley, 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
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Daka's office located?
Dr. Smitha Daka's Primary Practice
9930 Talbert Ave
Fountain Valley, CA 92708
(714) 964-6229
What is Dr. Daka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Daka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811188451.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Daka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Daka
What is Dr. Smitha Daka's specialty?
Dr. Daka is a Internist near Fountain Valley, 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. Smitha Daka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Daka is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Smitha Daka accepting new patients in Fountain Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Smitha Daka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Smitha Daka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Daka's office at (714) 964-6229 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Smitha Daka?
Please contact Dr. Daka's office at (714) 964-6229 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Smitha Daka have?
Dr. Smitha Daka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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