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Dr. Vinod Kothapa, MD

Irvine, CA

42 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kothapa, Anesthesiologist in Irvine, CA?

    Dr. Vinod Kothapa, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Irvine, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Kothapa graduated from Mysore Medical College and Research Institute and completed his residency at Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Anesthesiology. Dr. Kothapa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kothapa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kothapa’s office at (949) 679-6700.

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

    • Residency: Kaleida Hlth Sys-Buffalo Gen, Anesthesiology | University at Buffalo School of Medicine Program

    • Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India | Mysore Medical College and Research Institute | Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences | Kasturba Medical College Mangalore

    Is Dr. Kothapa board certified as an Anesthesiologist?

    Yes, Dr. Vinod Kothapa, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology

    What languages does Dr. Kothapa speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Kothapa treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kothapa 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. Kothapa. 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:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Knee Ligament Sprain
    • Anterior Cruciate Ligament Sprain
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Sprains and Strains
    • Sprained Knee Ligament
    • Ligament Injury in Knee
    • ACL Sprain
    • ACL Injury
    • Knee Ligament Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S83512A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of left knee, initial encounter
    • S83511A: Sprain of anterior cruciate ligament of right knee, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Phimosis
    • Penis Disorder
    • Tight foreskin
    • Foreskin constriction
    • Retracted foreskin problems

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N471: Phimosis

    Also known as:

    • Tooth Decay
    • Cavities
    • Dental Caries
    • Tooth Rot

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K029: Dental caries, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Internal Fixation Device
    • Fractures
    • Hardware removal surgery
    • Implant removal procedure
    • Fixation device extraction

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z472: Encounter for removal of internal fixation device

    Also known as:

    • One Undescended Testicle
    • Testicular Disorder
    • Unilateral Cryptorchidism
    • Testicle Not Dropped
    • Maldescended Testicle

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q5310: Unspecified undescended testicle, unilateral

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Other Specified Anxiety Disorder
    • Anxiety
    • Atypical Anxiety
    • Uncommon Anxiety Disorder
    • Specific Anxiety Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F418: Other specified anxiety disorders

    Also known as:

    • Enlarged Prostate with Urinary Symptoms
    • Enlarged Prostate (BPH)
    • Enlarged Prostate (Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia)
    • BPH with LUTS
    • Prostate enlargement with urinary issues
    • Benign prostatic hyperplasia with urinary symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N401: Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms

    Also known as:

    • Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
    • Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
    • ALL
    • Acute lymphocytic leukemia
    • Lymphoblastic leukemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Stones
    • Renal Calculi
    • Nephrolithiasis
    • Kidney Calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N200: Calculus of kidney

    What procedures does Dr. Kothapa perform?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kothapa performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Kothapa. 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:

    • Femoral Nerve Block Injection
    • Abdominal Wall Nerve Block (TAP Block)
    • Femoral nerve injection
    • Thigh nerve block
    • Pain relief injection for thigh
    • Nerve block with imaging guidance
    • TAP block
    • Transversus abdominis plane block
    • Rectus sheath block
    • Abdominal pain injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64447: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; femoral nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed
    • 64488: Transversus abdominis plane (TAP) block (abdominal plane block, rectus sheath block) bilateral; by injections (includes imaging guidance, when performed)

    Also known as:

    • Brachial Plexus Nerve Block
    • Shoulder Nerve Injection
    • Arm Pain Injection
    • Imaging-Guided Nerve Block

    CPT Codes:

    • 64415: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; brachial plexus, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Also known as:

    • Lumbar or Sacral Epidural Injection (No Imaging)
    • Lower Back Epidural Injection
    • Caudal Epidural Injection
    • Spinal Pain Injection (Lumbar)

    CPT Codes:

    • 62322: Injection(s), of diagnostic or therapeutic substance(s) (eg, anesthetic, antispasmodic, opioid, steroid, other solution), not including neurolytic substances, including needle or catheter placement, interlaminar epidural or subarachnoid, lumbar or sacral (caudal); without imaging guidance

    Also known as:

    • Sciatic Nerve Pain Injection
    • Sciatic Nerve Block
    • Sciatica Injection
    • Steroid Injection for Sciatica
    • Pain Relief for Sciatic Nerve

    CPT Codes:

    • 64445: Injection(s), anesthetic agent(s) and/or steroid; sciatic nerve, including imaging guidance, when performed

    Does Dr. Kothapa accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kothapa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (949) 679-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kothapa accept in Irvine, CA?

    Dr. Kothapa in Irvine, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Centene

    • City of Hartford

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Partnership Health Plan

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kothapa's office located?

    Dr. Vinod Kothapa's Primary Practice

    15825 Laguna Canyon Rd

    Irvine, CA 92618

    (949) 679-6700

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    Dr. Vinod Kothapa's Practice 2

    24302 Paseo de Valencia

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

    (949) 472-0244

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    Dr. Vinod Kothapa's Practice 3

    24451 Health Center Dr Ste 104

    Laguna Hills, CA 92653

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

    Dr. Kothapa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144326117.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kothapa?

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

    What is Dr. Vinod Kothapa's specialty?

    Dr. Kothapa is a Anesthesiologist near Irvine, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Kothapa to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vinod Kothapa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kothapa is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento, Corewell Health Butterworth Hospital, UCI Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Vinod Kothapa accepting new patients in Irvine, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vinod Kothapa is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vinod Kothapa offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kothapa's office at (949) 679-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vinod Kothapa?

    Please contact Dr. Kothapa's office at (949) 679-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Vinod Kothapa have?

    Dr. Vinod Kothapa is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.

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