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37 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Akki, Internist in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Suvarna Akki, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Palo Alto, CA. She has been practicing for over 37 years and is board certified. Dr. Akki completed her residency at Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine. Dr. Akki is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Akki’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Akki’s office at (650) 493-5000.
Where did Dr. Akki go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Finch U Hlth Sci/Chgo M Sch, Internal Medicine
Medical School: M.R. Med Coll, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga, Karnataka, India
Is Dr. Akki board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Suvarna Akki, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Akki speak?
Dr. Akki and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Akki typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Akki 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. Akki. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Addisonian Crisis
- Addison Disease
- Autoimmune Addison disease
- Adrenal Insufficiency & Addisons Disease
- Adrenal Crisis
- Acute Adrenal Insufficiency
- Adrenal Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- E272: Addisonian crisis
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Breast Lump
- Breast Disease
- Breast mass
- Breast lesion
- Palpable breast mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- N630: Unspecified lump in unspecified breast
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Akki typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Suvarna Akki may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Akki's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Akki accept my insurance?
Dr. Akki accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 493-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Akki accept in Palo Alto, CA?
Dr. Akki in Palo Alto, 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
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Akki's office located?
What is Dr. Akki's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Akki's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750484044.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Akki?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Akki
What is Dr. Suvarna Akki's specialty?
Dr. Akki is a Internist near Palo Alto, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Suvarna Akki affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Akki is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Suvarna Akki accepting new patients in Palo Alto, CA?
Yes, Dr. Suvarna Akki is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suvarna Akki offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Akki's office at (650) 493-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suvarna Akki?
Please contact Dr. Akki's office at (650) 493-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Suvarna Akki have?
Dr. Suvarna Akki is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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