34 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Malhotra, Infectious Disease Specialist in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Uma Malhotra, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in Seattle, WA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Malhotra completed her residency at Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Malhotra is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Malhotra’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Malhotra’s office at (206) 288-1000.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Malhotra?
Dr. Uma Malhotra, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Infectious Disease Specialist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Malhotra empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in HIV/AIDS, Infections In Transplant Patients, Infectious Disease, Wound Care, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Seattle, WA community, Dr. Malhotra is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Malhotra go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: Infectious Diseases, University of Washington, Seattle | Immunology, Benaroya Research Institute, Seattle
Residency: Univ Of Wa Sch Of Med, Infectious Diseases; Ca Pacific M C Pacific, Internal Medicine; Or Hlth Sci Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | California Pacific Medical Center
Is Dr. Malhotra board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Uma Malhotra, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Malhotra speak?
Dr. Malhotra and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Malhotra typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Malhotra 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. Malhotra. 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:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg with Muscle Damage
- Deep Chronic Skin Ulcer on Right Lower Leg
- Skin Condition
- Non-Pressure Leg Sore
- Persistent Leg Wound
- Deep Leg Ulcer
- Muscle-Involved Skin Ulcer
- Right Leg Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore on Lower Leg
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97913: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of unspecified part of right lower leg with necrosis of muscle
- L97812: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right lower leg with fat layer exposed
Also known as:
- HIV
- Human Immunodeficiency Virus
- AIDS virus
ICD-10 Codes:
- B20: Human immunodeficiency virus [HIV] disease
Also known as:
- Unspecified Injury
- General injury
- Injury, unknown location
- Trauma
ICD-10 Codes:
- T148XXA: Other injury of unspecified body region, initial encounter
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:
- Blood Infection
- Sepsis
- Bacteremia
- Bacteria in blood
- Bloodstream infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7881: Bacteremia
Also known as:
- Chronic Ulcer of the Right Foot
- Skin Condition
- Skin Ulcer
- Open Sore
- Venous Ulcer
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97513: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of right foot with necrosis of muscle
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Malhotra typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Malhotra 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. Malhotra. 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:
- Muscle Debridement
- Wound Debridement
- Deep Wound Cleaning
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Tissue Removal for Wound Healing
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11046: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Wound or Burn Site Preparation for Graft
- Surgery
- Surgical Wound Debridement
- Burn Eschar Excision
- Scar Contracture Release
- Recipient Site Preparation
CPT Codes:
- 15002: Surgical preparation or creation of recipient site by excision of open wounds, burn eschar, or scar (including subcutaneous tissues), or incisional release of scar contracture, trunk, arms, legs; first 100 sq cm or 1% of body area of infants and children
Does Dr. Malhotra accept my insurance?
Dr. Malhotra accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (206) 288-1000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Malhotra accept in Seattle, WA?
Dr. Malhotra in Seattle, WA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cambia Health Solutions
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Globe Life
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Premera Blue Cross
Truman Medical Centers
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Malhotra's office located?
Dr. Uma Malhotra's Primary Practice
4575 Sand Point Way NE Ste 108
Seattle, WA 98105
(206) 288-1000
What is Dr. Malhotra's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Malhotra's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194805184.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Malhotra?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Malhotra
What is Dr. Uma Malhotra's specialty?
Dr. Malhotra is a Infectious Disease Specialist near Seattle, WA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Uma Malhotra affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Malhotra is affiliated with Virginia Mason 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Uma Malhotra accepting new patients in Seattle, WA?
Yes, Dr. Uma Malhotra is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Uma Malhotra offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (206) 288-1000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Uma Malhotra?
Please contact Dr. Malhotra's office at (206) 288-1000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Uma Malhotra have?
Dr. Uma Malhotra is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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