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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garimella, Internist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Garimella is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garimella’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garimella’s office at (954) 938-3359.
What languages does Dr. Garimella speak?
Dr. Garimella and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Garimella typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Garimella 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. Garimella. 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:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal EKG
- Heart Health Tests
- Irregular Electrocardiogram
- Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
- ECG Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Garimella typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella 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. Garimella's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Garimella accept my insurance?
Dr. Garimella accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (954) 938-3359 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garimella accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Garimella in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Oscar Health
State of Texas
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Garimella's office located?
Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella's Primary Practice
1923 Culebra Rd
San Antonio, TX 78201
(954) 938-3359
What is Dr. Garimella's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garimella's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1639745706.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garimella?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garimella
What is Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella's specialty?
Dr. Garimella is a Internist near San Antonio, TX.
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. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garimella is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, University Hospital-San Antonio 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
When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garimella's office at (954) 938-3359 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vamsi Chaitanya Garimella?
Please contact Dr. Garimella's office at (954) 938-3359 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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