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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Charugundla, Hospitalist in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Amar Charugundla, DO is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Sherman Oaks, CA with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Charugundla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Charugundla’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Charugundla’s office at (818) 325-0200.
What languages does Dr. Charugundla speak?
Dr. Charugundla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Charugundla treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Charugundla 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. Charugundla. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Right Upper Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
- RUQ pain
- Pain in upper right stomach
- Right upper belly pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
- R1013: Epigastric pain
- R1011: Right upper quadrant pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cellulitis of Left Lower Limb
- Cellulitis
- Left Leg Skin Infection
- Bacterial Left Leg Infection
- Spreading Left Leg Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03116: Cellulitis of left lower limb
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Hypertensive Urgency
- High Blood Pressure
- High Blood Pressure Urgency
- Urgent High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I160: Hypertensive urgency
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
- Gallbladder attack with stones
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
- Osteoarthritis
- Right Knee Arthritis
- Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Charugundla perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Amar Charugundla may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Charugundla's office.
Does Dr. Charugundla accept my insurance?
Dr. Charugundla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (818) 325-0200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Charugundla accept in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Dr. Charugundla in Sherman Oaks, 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
AllCare Health Plan
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Other Health Care Provider
Preferred IPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Charugundla's office located?
Dr. Amar Charugundla's Primary Practice
4955 Van Nuys Blvd Ste 502
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
(818) 325-0200
What is Dr. Charugundla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Charugundla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558999789.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Charugundla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Charugundla
What is Dr. Amar Charugundla's specialty?
Dr. Charugundla is a Hospitalist near Sherman Oaks, CA. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Charugundla to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Amar Charugundla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Charugundla is affiliated with Valley Presbyterian Hospital 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Amar Charugundla accepting new patients in Sherman Oaks, CA?
Yes, Dr. Amar Charugundla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Amar Charugundla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Charugundla's office at (818) 325-0200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Amar Charugundla?
Please contact Dr. Charugundla's office at (818) 325-0200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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