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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chelimilla, Gastroenterologist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Haritha Chelimilla, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Chelimilla is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chelimilla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare 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 as a 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 a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chelimilla typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal polyps
- Bowel polyps
- Intestinal polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- K635: Polyp of colon
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:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Chelimilla typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Chelimilla 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Bleeding Control
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Hemostasis
- Colonoscopy for Bleeding
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 45382: Colonoscopy, flexible; with control of bleeding, any method
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
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 Corporation
Conifer Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Haritha Chelimilla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chelimilla is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway 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 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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