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Dr. Krithika Rao, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Los Angeles, CA

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Rao, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Krithika Rao, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (310) 794-0785.

    What languages does Dr. Rao speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rao typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Rao typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Krithika Rao may include:

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

    Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?

    Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 794-0785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Los Angeles, CA?

    Dr. Rao in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • University of California

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    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Krithika Rao's Primary Practice

    1100 Glendon Ave Ste 1200

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

    (310) 794-0785

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    Dr. Krithika Rao's Practice 2

    924 Westwood Blvd Ste 300

    Los Angeles, CA 90024

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    Dr. Krithika Rao's Practice 3

    393 E Walnut St Fl 3

    Pasadena, CA 91188

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    What hospitals are Dr. Rao affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Rao has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Olive View - Ucla Medical Center,Sylmar, CA
    Antelope Valley Medical Center,Lancaster, CA
    Mission Community Hospital,Panorama City, CA

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

    Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922701218.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?

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

    What is Dr. Krithika Rao's specialty?

    Dr. Rao is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Krithika Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Panorama City Medical Center 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine Specialist. 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. Krithika Rao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?

    No, Dr. Krithika Rao is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Krithika Rao offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (310) 794-0785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Krithika Rao?

    Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (310) 794-0785 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Rao's office located?

    Dr. Rao's offices are located in Los Angeles, CA and Pasadena, CA.