22 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ponnuswamy, Family Medicine Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 22 years and is board certified. Dr. Ponnuswamy graduated from Kilpauk Med College and completed her residency at Methodist Hosp Of Sacramento, Family Medicine; St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Family Medicine. Dr. Ponnuswamy is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponnuswamy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponnuswamy’s office at (408) 366-0595.
Where did Dr. Ponnuswamy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Methodist Hosp Of Sacramento, Family Medicine; St John Hosp & Med Ctr, Family Medicine | University of Southern California Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA | Methodist Hospital (Houston) Program
Medical School: Kilpauk Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India | Kilpauk Med College
Is Dr. Ponnuswamy board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ponnuswamy speak?
Dr. Ponnuswamy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponnuswamy typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ponnuswamy 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. Ponnuswamy. 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:
- 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:
- 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:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
- Anxiety
- Atypical Anxiety
- Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
- Specific Anxiety Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- F418: Other specified anxiety disorders
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ponnuswamy typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ponnuswamy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponnuswamy accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponnuswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 366-0595 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponnuswamy accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Ponnuswamy in San Jose, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Centene Corporation
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ponnuswamy's office located?
Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy's Primary Practice
7225 Rainbow Dr
San Jose, CA 95129
(408) 366-0595
Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy's Practice 2
2350 W El Camino Real Fl 2
Mountain View, CA 94040
What is Dr. Ponnuswamy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponnuswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1538130711.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponnuswamy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponnuswamy
What is Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy's specialty?
Dr. Ponnuswamy is a Family Medicine Specialist near San Jose, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ponnuswamy is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, California Pacific Medical Center - Mission Bernal Campus, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Sutter Delta 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Rajeswari Ponnuswamy accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponnuswamy's office at (408) 366-0595 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajeswari Ponnuswamy?
Please contact Dr. Ponnuswamy's office at (408) 366-0595 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy have?
Dr. Rajeswari Ponnuswamy is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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