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Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh

Norwalk, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Santhosh, Anesthesiologist in Norwalk, CA?

    Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Santhosh is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Santhosh’s office at (310) 698-5452.

    What languages does Dr. Santhosh speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Santhosh typically treat?

    As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Santhosh 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. Santhosh. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Does Dr. Santhosh accept my insurance?

    Dr. Santhosh accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 698-5452 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Santhosh accept in Norwalk, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Other Provider Networks

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Santhosh's office located?

    Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh's Primary Practice

    13100 Studebaker Rd

    Norwalk, CA 90650

    (310) 698-5452

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    Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh's Practice 2

    1145 W Redondo Beach Blvd

    Gardena, CA 90247

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    Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh's Practice 3

    4060 Whittier Blvd

    Commerce, CA 90023

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    What hospitals are Dr. Santhosh affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Santhosh has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Centinela Hospital Medical Center,Inglewood, CA
    Emanate Health Inter - Community Hospital,Covina, CA
    East Los Angeles Doctors Hospital,Los Angeles, CA
    Coast Plaza Hospital,Norwalk, CA

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

    Dr. Santhosh's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760715890.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Santhosh?

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

    What is Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh's specialty?

    What does an Anesthesiologist do?

    A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.

    Is Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Santhosh is affiliated with Memorial Hospital Of Gardena, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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 Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh accepting new patients in Norwalk, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Santhosh's office at (310) 698-5452 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sushmitha Santhosh?

    Please contact Dr. Santhosh's office at (310) 698-5452 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Santhosh's office located?

    Dr. Santhosh's offices are located in Norwalk, CA, Gardena, CA, and Commerce, CA.