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Dr. Vimal Murthy, MD

Dr. Vimal Murthy, MD

Surgeon

Torrance, CA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murthy, Surgeon in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Vimal Murthy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA. He has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Murthy graduated from Mechanical Engineering and completed his residency at UC Irvine Medical Center. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (310) 325-9110.

    Where did Dr. Murthy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: UC Irvine Medical Center

    • Medical School: Mechanical Engineering

    What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Murthy typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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:

    • Chronic Right Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Chronic Left Calf Ulcer with Exposed Fat
    • Skin Condition
    • Right calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed right calf wound
    • Right calf ulcer stage 2
    • Left calf deep ulcer
    • Fat layer exposed left calf wound
    • Left calf ulcer stage 2

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L97212: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of right calf with fat layer exposed
    • L97222: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of left calf with fat layer exposed

    Also known as:

    • Loss of Lower Right Leg
    • Lost left leg below knee
    • Limb Loss
    • Right Leg Amputation
    • Missing Right Lower Leg
    • Right Below-Knee Amputation
    • Left below knee amputation
    • Missing left lower leg
    • Left lower leg loss

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z89511: Acquired absence of right leg below knee
    • Z89512: Acquired absence of left leg below knee

    Also known as:

    • Third-Degree Burn
    • Burns
    • Full-Thickness Burn
    • Severe Burn
    • Deep Burn

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • T24391D: Burn of third degree of multiple sites of right lower limb, except ankle and foot, subsequent encounter

    Also known as:

    • Pressure Sores
    • Bedsores
    • Decubitus Ulcers
    • Pressure Ulcers

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L89153: Pressure ulcer of sacral region, stage 3

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Murthy typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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:

    • Wound Debridement
    • Muscle Debridement
    • Unna Boot Application
    • Skin and Tissue Debridement
    • Surgical Wound Cleaning
    • Tissue Removal from Wound
    • Dead Tissue Removal
    • Muscle Cleaning Procedure
    • Fascia Debridement
    • Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
    • Compression Boot Application
    • Unna Paste Bandage
    • Leg Ulcer Dressing
    • Wound Cleaning
    • Surgical Debridement
    • Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement

    CPT Codes:

    • 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
    • 29580: Strapping; Unna boot
    • 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Trunk, Arms, Legs)
    • Split-Thickness Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Autologous Skin Graft
    • Partial Thickness Skin Graft
    • Skin Transplant
    • Autograft Skin Transplant
    • Skin Grafting for Large Areas

    CPT Codes:

    • 15100: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; First 100 Sq Cm Or Less, Or 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children (Except 15050)
    • 15101: Split-Thickness Autograft, Trunk, Arms, Legs; Each Additional 100 Sq Cm, Or Each Additional 1% Of Body Area Of Infants And Children, Or Part Thereof (List Separately In Addition To Code For Primary Procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
    • Surgery
    • Surgical Wound Debridement
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Preparation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Additional Area)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Bed Preparation
    • Burn Eschar Excision
    • Scar Contracture Release
    • Recipient Site Creation

    CPT Codes:

    • 15003: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; each additional 100 sq cm, or part thereof, or each additional 1% of body area of infants and children (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Surgical Preparation for Skin Graft (Infants/Children)
    • Surgery
    • Wound Debridement for Graft
    • Burn Scar Release Surgery
    • Recipient Site Preparation for Skin Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 15004: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet and/or multiple digits; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children

    Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 325-9110 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in Torrance, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • HealthRight Group

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Vimal Murthy's Primary Practice

    3330 Lomita Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90505

    (310) 325-9110

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

    Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1902916281.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?

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

    What is Dr. Vimal Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Murthy is a Surgeon near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.

    Is Dr. Vimal Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murthy is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical Center, Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance 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

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    Is Dr. Vimal Murthy accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vimal Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vimal Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (310) 325-9110 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vimal Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (310) 325-9110 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Murthy's office is located in Torrance, CA.