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Who is Dr. Chelimilla, Gastroenterologist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Haritha Chelimilla, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Chelimilla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chelimilla’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chelimilla’s office at (760) 294-7600.
Is Dr. Chelimilla board certified in Gastroenterologist?
Yes, Dr. Haritha Chelimilla, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Chelimilla speak?
Dr. Chelimilla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Chelimilla treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chelimilla 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. Chelimilla. 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:
- Colon Polyps
- History of Adenomatous and Serrated Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
- Past Colon Polyps
- Previous Adenomas
- History of Precancerous Colon Growths
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
- Z860101: Personal history of adenomatous and serrated colon polyps
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
- Colonic Polyps
- Digestive Disease
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
- Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
- Non-Bacterial Colitis
- Gut Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
- K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Pain in Lower Left Abdomen
- Abdominal Pain
- Pelvic Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- Left lower quadrant pain
- Pain in left side of belly
- Left side abdominal discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1032: Left lower quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Rectal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- Anal Bleeding
- Blood in Stool
- Lower GI Bleed
ICD-10 Codes:
- K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Iron Deficiency Anemia
- Anemia
- Iron
- Anemia from Iron Lack
- Low Iron Anemia
- Sideropenic Anemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- D509: Iron deficiency anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Family History of Digestive Organ Cancer
- Cancer
- Family History
- Genetic risk for gastrointestinal cancer
- Family history of GI cancer
- Hereditary digestive cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z800: Family history of malignant neoplasm of digestive organs
Also known as:
- Chronic Idiopathic Constipation
- Constipation
- Functional Constipation
- Unexplained Chronic Constipation
- Long-Term Constipation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K5904: Chronic idiopathic constipation
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Rectal Polyp
- Rectal Disorder
- Rectal Growth
- Colon Polyp
- Benign Rectal Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- K621: Rectal polyp
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
Also known as:
- Difficulty Swallowing
- Swallowing Disorder
- Dysphagia
- Trouble swallowing
- Painful swallowing
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1310: Dysphagia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Esophagus Condition
- Esophagus Disorder
- Various esophageal diseases
- Miscellaneous esophagus problems
- Other food pipe issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2289: Other specified disease of esophagus
Also known as:
- Benign Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Disease
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous colon growth
- Colon adenoma
- Benign colon tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D126: Benign neoplasm of colon, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Chelimilla perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Haritha Chelimilla 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. Chelimilla's office.
Does Dr. Chelimilla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chelimilla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 294-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chelimilla accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Chelimilla in Escondido, 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
Centene
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthScope
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Chelimilla's office located?
Dr. Haritha Chelimilla's Primary Practice
735 E Ohio Ave Ste 204
Escondido, CA 92025
(760) 294-7600
What is Dr. Chelimilla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chelimilla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1528235892.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chelimilla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chelimilla
What is Dr. Haritha Chelimilla's specialty?
Dr. Chelimilla is a Gastroenterologist near Escondido, 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. Chelimilla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Haritha Chelimilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chelimilla is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido 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
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Is Haritha Chelimilla accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Haritha Chelimilla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Haritha Chelimilla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chelimilla's office at (760) 294-7600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Haritha Chelimilla?
Please contact Dr. Chelimilla's office at (760) 294-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Haritha Chelimilla have?
Dr. Haritha Chelimilla is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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