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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. Dr. Bandaru is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Bandaru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare 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 as an 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 an Internist like Dr. Bandaru typically treat?
As an 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
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
- Health Screening
- Bone Density Test
- Bone Health Screening
- DEXA Scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z13820: Encounter for screening for osteoporosis
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:
- 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:
- Asymptomatic Menopause
- Menopause
- Menopausal Transition
- Postmenopause
- Change of Life
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z780: Asymptomatic menopausal state
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Bandaru typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Bandaru 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
- Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
- Lymph Node Tracer Injection
- Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
- Sentinel Lymph Node Identification
CPT Codes:
- 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node
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
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Hill Physicians Medical Group
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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
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.
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. Varalakshmi Bandaru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Bandaru is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, San Mateo Medical Center, Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento 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
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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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