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23 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Garlapati, Internist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Anitha Garlapati, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Garlapati graduated from Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University and completed her residency at Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine. Dr. Garlapati is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Garlapati’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Garlapati’s office at (619) 740-6000.
Where did Dr. Garlapati go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Atlantic Hlth System, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University | Deccan College Of Med Science Osmania University
Is Dr. Garlapati board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Anitha Garlapati, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Garlapati speak?
Dr. Garlapati and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Garlapati treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Garlapati 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. Garlapati. 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:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Muscle Weakness
- Muscle Disorder
- Loss of strength
- Fatigue
- Muscle fatigue
ICD-10 Codes:
- R531: Weakness
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Metabolic Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Metabolic Encephalopathy
- Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Cellulitis
- Bacterial Skin Infection
- Leg Skin Infection
- Spreading Skin Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- L03115: Cellulitis of right lower limb
Which procedures does Dr. Garlapati perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Anitha Garlapati 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Garlapati's office.
Does Dr. Garlapati accept my insurance?
Dr. Garlapati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 740-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Garlapati accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Garlapati in La Mesa, 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
Community Health Group
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Sharp Health Plan
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Garlapati's office located?
Dr. Anitha Garlapati's Primary Practice
5555 Grossmont Center Dr
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 740-6000
What is Dr. Garlapati's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Garlapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477641967.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Garlapati?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Garlapati
What is Dr. Anitha Garlapati's specialty?
Dr. Garlapati is a Internist near La Mesa, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Garlapati to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Anitha Garlapati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Garlapati is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Anitha Garlapati accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Anitha Garlapati is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Anitha Garlapati offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Garlapati's office at (619) 740-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Anitha Garlapati?
Please contact Dr. Garlapati's office at (619) 740-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Anitha Garlapati have?
Dr. Anitha Garlapati is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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