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Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan, MD

Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan, MD

Antioch, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Jayakrishnan, Internist in Antioch, CA?

    Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Antioch, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Jayakrishnan completed her residency at Mountainside Hospital. Dr. Jayakrishnan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jayakrishnan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jayakrishnan’s office at (510) 307-1500.

    Where did Dr. Jayakrishnan go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: Our Lady of Mercy Medical Center

    • Residency: Mountainside Hospital

    Is Dr. Jayakrishnan board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jayakrishnan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does Dr. Jayakrishnan treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Jayakrishnan 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. Jayakrishnan. 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:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Other Chronic Pain Condition
    • Chronic Pain
    • Various chronic pain
    • Unspecified long-term pain
    • Persistent pain disorders

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8929: Other chronic pain

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    What procedures does Dr. Jayakrishnan perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Jayakrishnan 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. Jayakrishnan. 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:

    • Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
    • Arthrocentesis
    • Major Joint Aspiration
    • Bursa Injection
    • Joint Fluid Removal

    CPT Codes:

    • 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance

    Does Dr. Jayakrishnan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jayakrishnan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 307-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jayakrishnan accept in Antioch, CA?

    Dr. Jayakrishnan in Antioch, 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

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Jayakrishnan's office located?

    Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan's Primary Practice

    5601 Deer Valley Rd

    Antioch, CA 94531

    (510) 307-1500

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    Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan's Practice 2

    901 Nevin Ave

    Richmond, CA 94801

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    Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan's Practice 3

    1301 Pinole Valley Rd

    Pinole, CA 94564

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

    Dr. Jayakrishnan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871671941.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jayakrishnan?

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

    What is Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan's specialty?

    Dr. Jayakrishnan is a Internist near Antioch, 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.

    Contact Dr. Jayakrishnan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Jayakrishnan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Fresno Medical Center 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Letha Jayakrishnan accepting new patients in Antioch, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jayakrishnan's office at (510) 307-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Letha Jayakrishnan?

    Please contact Dr. Jayakrishnan's office at (510) 307-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan have?

    Dr. Letha Jayakrishnan is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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