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Dr. Cara Torruellas, MD

Sacramento, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Torruellas, Gastroenterologist in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Cara Torruellas, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Torruellas is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Torruellas’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Torruellas’s office at (916) 734-2737.

    What languages does Dr. Torruellas speak?

    Dr. Torruellas and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Torruellas treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Torruellas 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. Torruellas. 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:

    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • Liver scarring
    • End-stage liver disease
    • Chronic liver failure
    • Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
    • Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
    • Liver scarring with abdominal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
    • K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    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:

    • Chronic Hepatitis C
    • Hepatitis C
    • Long-term Hepatitis C
    • Persistent Hepatitis C
    • Hep C

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B182: Chronic viral hepatitis C

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
    • Unspecified high enzymes
    • Various enzyme abnormalities
    • Abnormal serum enzyme levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes

    What procedures does Dr. Torruellas perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Torruellas performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Torruellas. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)

    Does Dr. Torruellas accept my insurance?

    Dr. Torruellas accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 734-2737 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Torruellas accept in Sacramento, CA?

    Dr. Torruellas 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

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other TPA

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Torruellas' office located?

    Dr. Cara Torruellas' Primary Practice

    3160 Folsom Blvd Ste 3500

    Sacramento, CA 95816

    (916) 734-2737

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    Dr. Cara Torruellas' Practice 2

    6600 Bruceville Rd

    Sacramento, CA 95823

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    Dr. Cara Torruellas' Practice 3

    7373 West Ln

    Stockton, CA 95210

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    What is Dr. Torruellas's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Torruellas's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1336376342.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Torruellas?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Torruellas

    What is Dr. Cara Torruellas's specialty?

    Dr. Torruellas 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. Torruellas to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Cara Torruellas affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Torruellas is affiliated with UC Davis Medical Center, Marshall 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

    Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Cara Torruellas accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Cara Torruellas is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Cara Torruellas offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Torruellas's office at (916) 734-2737 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Cara Torruellas?

    Please contact Dr. Torruellas's office at (916) 734-2737 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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