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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karuvannur, Internist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Karuvannur graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Karuvannur is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karuvannur’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karuvannur’s office at (858) 552-8585.
Where did Dr. Karuvannur go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mt Sinai Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai (Queens Hospital Center) Program
Medical School: Gandhi Med College | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Karuvannur board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Karuvannur speak?
Dr. Karuvannur and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Karuvannur typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Karuvannur 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. Karuvannur. 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:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
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:
- Nose Wound
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Wounds and Injuries
- Open injury to nose
- Nose trauma
- Cut on nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- S0120XD: Unspecified open wound of nose, subsequent encounter
Also known as:
- Walking and Mobility Problems
- Walking Problems
- Gait Abnormalities
- Trouble Moving
- Mobility Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R269: Unspecified abnormalities of gait and mobility
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Karuvannur typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur 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. Karuvannur's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karuvannur accept my insurance?
Dr. Karuvannur accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 552-8585 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karuvannur accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Karuvannur in San Diego, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
HealthRight Group
Jefferson Health
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Karuvannur's office located?
What is Dr. Karuvannur's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karuvannur's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1699870303.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karuvannur?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karuvannur
What is Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur's specialty?
Dr. Karuvannur is a Internist near San Diego, 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. Shyamala Karuvannur affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karuvannur is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Poway 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
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Is Shyamala Karuvannur accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karuvannur's office at (858) 552-8585 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shyamala Karuvannur?
Please contact Dr. Karuvannur's office at (858) 552-8585 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur have?
Dr. Shyamala Karuvannur is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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