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Dr. Sunita Jayakar, MD

Physiatrist

Redwood City, CA

39 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jayakar, Physiatrist in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Sunita Jayakar, MD is a Physiatrist, who primarily practices in Redwood City, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 39 years. Dr. Jayakar graduated from University of Hawaii and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation. Dr. Jayakar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jayakar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jayakar’s office at (650) 967-7471.

    Where did Dr. Jayakar go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Physical Medicine And Rehabilitation | Stanford University Program

    • Medical School: Grant Medical College - Bombay Universiry | University of Hawaii | Grant Government Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Jayakar speak?

    Dr. Jayakar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English
    • Hindi

    What conditions does a Physiatrist like Dr. Jayakar typically treat?

    As a Physiatrist, Dr. Jayakar 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. Jayakar. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    What procedures does a Physiatrist like Dr. Jayakar typically perform?

    As a Physiatrist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunita Jayakar may include:

    Please contact Dr. Jayakar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Jayakar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jayakar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (650) 967-7471 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jayakar accept in Redwood City, CA?

    Dr. Jayakar in Redwood City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Jayakar's office located?

    Dr. Sunita Jayakar's Primary Practice

    801 Brewster Ave Ste 150

    Redwood City, CA 94063

    (650) 967-7471

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    Dr. Sunita Jayakar's Practice 2

    525 South Dr Ste 215

    Mountain View, CA 94040

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    What is Dr. Jayakar's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Jayakar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1982708608.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jayakar?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Jayakar

    What is Dr. Sunita Jayakar's specialty?

    Dr. Jayakar is a Physiatrist near Redwood City, CA.

    What does a Physiatrist do?

    Physical medicine and rehabilitation, or rehabilitation medicine, specializes in diagnosing and treating physical disabilities from musculoskeletal issues and neurological conditions. Such diseases are often caused from health issues affecting the musculoskeletal system such as neck and back pain, sports injuries, or other painful conditions affecting the limbs, such as carpal tunnel syndrome. A physiatrist aims to restore physical, psychological, social, and vocational function through comprehensive rehabilitation and pain management. They may use techniques like electromyography for diagnosis and have expertise in therapeutic exercise, prosthetics, and orthotics. Pain management is one of the key focus area of the physiatrist. They have deep understanding in the usage of therapeutic exercise, prosthetics (artificial limbs), orthotics, mechanical and electrical devices.

    Is Dr. Sunita Jayakar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jayakar is affiliated with Mills-Peninsula Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital 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 a Physiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Physiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Sunita Jayakar accepting new patients in Redwood City, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sunita Jayakar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sunita Jayakar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jayakar's office at (650) 967-7471 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sunita Jayakar?

    Please contact Dr. Jayakar's office at (650) 967-7471 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Jayakar's office located?

    Dr. Jayakar's offices are located in Redwood City, CA and Mountain View, CA.