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Dr. Gayathri Tummala

Ophthalmologist

Oakland, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Tummala, Ophthalmologist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Gayathri Tummala is an Ophthalmologist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Tummala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Tummala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Tummala’s office at (609) 647-5745.

    What languages does Dr. Tummala speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tummala typically treat?

    As an Ophthalmologist, Dr. Tummala 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. Tummala. 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:

    • Eye and Ear Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Vision Screening
    • Hearing Screening
    • Eye and Ear Check-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z135: Encounter for screening for eye and ear disorders

    Also known as:

    • Preglaucoma
    • Glaucoma
    • Early Glaucoma
    • Borderline Glaucoma
    • Risk of Glaucoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H40003: Preglaucoma, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Dry Eyes
    • Tears
    • Dry eye syndrome
    • Keratoconjunctivitis sicca
    • Ocular dryness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H04123: Dry eye syndrome of bilateral lacrimal glands

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Retinopathy
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Eye Problems
    • Diabetic Eye Disease
    • Diabetic Retinal Disease
    • Diabetes Mellitus Eye Complications

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E113593: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with proliferative diabetic retinopathy without macular edema, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Intraocular Lens Implant
    • Cataract
    • Refractive Errors
    • IOL Implant
    • Artificial Eye Lens
    • Cataract Lens Implant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z961: Presence of intraocular lens

    What procedures does an Ophthalmologist like Dr. Tummala typically perform?

    As an Ophthalmologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gayathri Tummala may include:

    Please contact Dr. Tummala's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Tummala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Tummala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (609) 647-5745 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Tummala accept in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Tummala in Oakland, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

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    Where is Dr. Tummala's office located?

    Dr. Gayathri Tummala's Primary Practice

    3772 Howe St

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (609) 647-5745

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    Dr. Gayathri Tummala's Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    What hospitals are Dr. Tummala affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Tummala has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Harborview Medical Center,Seattle, WA

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

    Dr. Tummala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1366023277.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Tummala?

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

    What is Dr. Gayathri Tummala's specialty?

    Dr. Tummala is an Ophthalmologist near Oakland, CA.

    What does an Ophthalmologist do?

    An ophthalmologist possesses the knowledge and professional skills required to deliver comprehensive eye and vision care. These medical doctors are trained to diagnose, monitor, and treat all ocular and visual disorders, whether through medical or surgical interventions. Their expertise encompasses a wide range of issues affecting the eye and its structures, including the eyelids, orbit, and visual pathways. Additionally, ophthalmologists prescribe vision services, such as glasses and contact lenses, to help patients achieve optimal visual health.

    Is Dr. Gayathri Tummala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Tummala is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center 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 Ophthalmologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Ophthalmologist. 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 Dr. Gayathri Tummala accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gayathri Tummala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gayathri Tummala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Tummala's office at (609) 647-5745 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Gayathri Tummala?

    Please contact Dr. Tummala's office at (609) 647-5745 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Tummala's office located?

    Dr. Tummala's offices are located in Oakland, CA and Richmond, CA.