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Who is Dr. Chandrasekaran, Gastroenterologist in Redding, CA?
Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Redding, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Chandrasekaran is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chandrasekaran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chandrasekaran’s office at (530) 243-8667.
What languages does Dr. Chandrasekaran speak?
Dr. Chandrasekaran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Chandrasekaran treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chandrasekaran 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. Chandrasekaran. 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:
- 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:
- Dark, Tarry Stools (Melena)
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Vomiting Blood
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Melena
- Black Stools
- Upper GI Bleed Signs
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
- Hematemesis
- Bloody Vomit
- Upper GI Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- K921: Melena
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
- K920: Hematemesis
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Change in Bowel Habits
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
- Altered Bowel Habits
- Irregular Bowel Movements
- Changes in Pooping
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
- R194: Change in bowel habit
Also known as:
- Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
- Benign Cecum Polyp
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
- Ascending colon adenoma
- Ascending colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous cecum growth
- Cecal adenoma
- Cecum benign tumor
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
- D120: Benign neoplasm of cecum
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Heartburn
- Acid Reflux
- Indigestion
- GERD Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- R12: Heartburn
Also known as:
- Diarrhea
- Loose stools
- Runny poop
- Frequent bowel movements
ICD-10 Codes:
- R197: Diarrhea, unspecified
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia from Chronic Blood Loss
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia due to iron deficiency and blood loss
- Chronic blood loss anemia
- Low iron anemia from bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- D500: Iron deficiency anemia secondary to blood loss (chronic)
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
Also known as:
- Abnormal Digestive Tract Imaging
- Abnormal GI scan
- Unusual digestive imaging
- Digestive system imaging findings
ICD-10 Codes:
- R933: Abnormal findings on diagnostic imaging of other parts of digestive tract
Also known as:
- Large Intestine Diverticulosis
- Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
- Diverticular Disease
- Colon Diverticula
- Pockets in the Colon
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5730: Diverticulosis of large intestine without perforation or abscess without bleeding
Which procedures does Dr. Chandrasekaran perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office.
Does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept my insurance?
Dr. Chandrasekaran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (530) 243-8667 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chandrasekaran accept in Redding, CA?
Dr. Chandrasekaran in Redding, 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
Blue Shield of California
Central California Alliance for Health
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Veterans Affairs
Keenan and Associates
Medicare
Partnership Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chandrasekaran's office located?
Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran's Primary Practice
1825 Sonoma St
Redding, CA 96001
(530) 243-8667
What is Dr. Chandrasekaran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chandrasekaran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1114985819.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chandrasekaran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chandrasekaran
What is Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran's specialty?
Dr. Chandrasekaran is a Gastroenterologist near Redding, 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. Chandrasekaran to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekaran is affiliated with Mercy Medical Center Redding 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Prathibha Chandrasekaran accepting new patients in Redding, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prathibha Chandrasekaran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office at (530) 243-8667 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prathibha Chandrasekaran?
Please contact Dr. Chandrasekaran's office at (530) 243-8667 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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