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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Thudi, Hepatologist in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Kavitha Thudi, MD is a Hepatologist, who primarily practices in San Antonio, TX. She is board certified. Dr. Thudi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thudi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thudi’s office at (210) 575-4837.
Is Dr. Thudi board certified as a Hepatologist?
Yes, Dr. Kavitha Thudi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Thudi speak?
Dr. Thudi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hepatologist like Dr. Thudi typically treat?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Thudi 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. Thudi. 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:
- Cirrhosis
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis
- End-stage alcoholic liver disease
- Severe alcoholic liver scarring
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7030: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver without ascites
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Hepatologist like Dr. Thudi typically perform?
As a Hepatologist, Dr. Thudi 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. Thudi. 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:
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Upper Endoscopy with Varices Banding
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
- EGD with Band Ligation
- Esophageal Varices Banding
- Gastric Varices Treatment
CPT Codes:
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
- 43244: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with band ligation of esophageal/gastric varices
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Abdominal Fluid Drainage with Imaging Guidance
- Guided Abdominal Paracentesis
- Ascites Drainage with Ultrasound
- Fluid Removal from Belly
CPT Codes:
- 49083: Abdominal paracentesis (diagnostic or therapeutic); with imaging guidance
Does Dr. Thudi accept my insurance?
Dr. Thudi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (210) 575-4837 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thudi accept in San Antonio, TX?
Dr. Thudi in San Antonio, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Health Care Service Corporation
Healthfirst New York
Medicare
Oscar Health
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Thudi's office located?
Dr. Kavitha Thudi's Primary Practice
8201 Ewing Halsell Dr
San Antonio, TX 78229
(210) 575-4837
What is Dr. Thudi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thudi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700014313.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thudi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thudi
What is Dr. Kavitha Thudi's specialty?
Dr. Thudi is a Hepatologist near San Antonio, TX.
What does a Hepatologist do?
Hepatology is the branch of medicine that focuses on the structure, function, and diseases of the liver and biliary tract. The American Board of Internal Medicine classifies Hepatology as a subspecialty of gastroenterology. While physicians who refer to themselves as Hepatologists typically receive training in gastrointestinal programs, this is not always the case.
Is this Dr. Kavitha Thudi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thudi is affiliated with Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Doctors Hospital Of Laredo, Methodist Hospital Specialty And Transplant 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 Kavitha Thudi accepting new patients in San Antonio, TX?
Yes, Dr. Kavitha Thudi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kavitha Thudi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thudi's office at (210) 575-4837 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kavitha Thudi?
Please contact Dr. Thudi's office at (210) 575-4837 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Kavitha Thudi have?
Dr. Kavitha Thudi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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