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Dr. Uma Vedala, MD

Orinda, CA

20 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Vedala, Internist in Orinda, CA?

    Dr. Uma Vedala, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Orinda, CA. She has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Vedala is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vedala’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vedala’s office at (404) 367-3014.

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

    • Medical School: University College of Medical Sciences, Delhi University,New Delhi, India

    Is Dr. Vedala board certified as an Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Uma Vedala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Vedala speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vedala typically treat?

    As an Internist, Dr. Vedala 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. Vedala. 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 here.

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • General Counseling Services
    • Personal Counseling
    • Life Coaching
    • Support Services

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7189: Other specified counseling

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Mixed hyperlipidemia
    • Combined hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vedala typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Uma Vedala may include:

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

    Does Dr. Vedala accept my insurance?

    Dr. Vedala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 367-3014 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Vedala accept in Orinda, CA?

    Dr. Vedala in Orinda, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Vedala's office located?

    Dr. Uma Vedala's Primary Practice

    140 Brookwood Rd Ste 201

    Orinda, CA 94563

    (404) 367-3014

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

    Dr. Vedala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477654770.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vedala?

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

    What is Dr. Uma Vedala's specialty?

    Dr. Vedala is a Internist near Orinda, 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. Uma Vedala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Vedala is affiliated with John Muir Health Walnut Creek Medical Center, John Muir Health Concord Medical Center, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Summit Campus, Mills-Peninsula 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

    When to see an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Uma Vedala accepting new patients in Orinda, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Uma Vedala is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Uma Vedala offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Vedala's office at (404) 367-3014 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Uma Vedala?

    Please contact Dr. Vedala's office at (404) 367-3014 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Uma Vedala have?

    Dr. Uma Vedala is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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