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Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru, MD

Oakland, CA

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    Who is Dr. Bandaru, Internist in Oakland, CA?

    Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Oakland, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine. Dr. Bandaru is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bandaru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Bandaru’s office at (703) 639-9513.

    Is Dr. Bandaru board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Bandaru speak?

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

    • English

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Bandaru treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Bandaru 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. Bandaru. 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:

    • Bone Density and Structure Disorder
    • Bone Density
    • Bone Disease
    • Abnormal Bone Density
    • Bone Structure Problem
    • Bone Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M8580: Other specified disorders of bone density and structure, unspecified site

    Also known as:

    • Osteoporosis Screening
    • Cardiovascular Disorder Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Bone Density Test
    • Bone Health Screening
    • DEXA Scan
    • Heart Disease Screening
    • Vascular Disease Check
    • Cardiac Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
    • Z136: Encounter for screening for cardiovascular disorders

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Age-Related Osteoporosis
    • Fractures
    • Osteoporosis
    • Senile Osteoporosis
    • Primary Osteoporosis
    • Bone Thinning from Aging

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Pectoral pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0789: Other chest pain

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Dyspnea
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Breast Cancer
    • Mammary cancer
    • Breast carcinoma
    • Breast tumor
    • Female Breast Cancer
    • Malignant Breast Tumor
    • Breast Carcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
    • C50919: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of unspecified female breast

    Also known as:

    • Asymptomatic Menopause
    • Menopause
    • Menopausal Transition
    • Postmenopause
    • Change of Life

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    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:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Indigestion
    • Gas in the Digestive Tract
    • Indigestion (Dyspepsia)
    • Dyspepsia
    • Upset Stomach
    • Stomach Discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K30: Functional dyspepsia

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Secondary Bone Cancer
    • Bone Cancer
    • Metastatic bone cancer
    • Cancer spread to bone
    • Bone metastases

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone

    Also known as:

    • Heart Palpitations
    • Arrhythmia
    • Skipped Heartbeat
    • Fluttering Heart
    • Pounding Heart

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R002: Palpitations

    Which procedures does Dr. Bandaru perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Bandaru's office.

    Does Dr. Bandaru accept my insurance?

    Dr. Bandaru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 639-9513 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Bandaru accept in Oakland, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alameda Alliance

    • All Other Third Party

    • Contra Costa

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Express Scripts

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

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    Where is Dr. Bandaru's office located?

    Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru's Primary Practice

    275 W MacArthur Blvd

    Oakland, CA 94611

    (703) 639-9513

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    Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru's Practice 2

    280 Hospital Pkwy

    San Jose, CA 95119

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    Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru's Practice 3

    2200 Ofarrell St

    San Francisco, CA 94115

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

    Dr. Bandaru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245473719.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bandaru?

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

    What is Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru's specialty?

    Dr. Bandaru is a Internist near Oakland, 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.

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    Is this Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Bandaru is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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

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    Is Varalakshmi Bandaru accepting new patients in Oakland, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Bandaru's office at (703) 639-9513 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Varalakshmi Bandaru?

    Please contact Dr. Bandaru's office at (703) 639-9513 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru have?

    Dr. Varalakshmi Bandaru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine and American Board of Nuclear Medicine.

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