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Who is Dr. Nagaraja, Rheumatologist in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Vivek Nagaraja, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Scottsdale, AZ with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Nagaraja is fluent in English, Hindi, Kannada, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nagaraja’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nagaraja’s office.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Nagaraja?
Dr. Vivek Nagaraja, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Rheumatologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions or procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Nagaraja empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Geriatric Rheumatology, Scleroderma, or comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Scottsdale/AZ community, Dr. Nagaraja is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Is Dr. Nagaraja board certified in Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Nagaraja, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Nagaraja speak?
Dr. Nagaraja and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Nagaraja treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Nagaraja 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. Nagaraja. 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:
- Scleroderma
- Scleroderma Lung Disease
- Systemic scleroderma
- Lung Disease
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
- Pulmonary Scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis Affecting Lungs
- Lung Problems with Scleroderma
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
- M3481: Systemic sclerosis with lung involvement
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Crystal Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Crystal-Induced Arthritis
- Gout-Like Arthritis
- Arthritis from Crystals
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
- M1180: Other specified crystal arthropathies, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Also known as:
- Giant cell arteritis
- Giant Cell Arteritis
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- Temporal arteritis', 'Horton's disease
- Cranial arteritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M316: Other giant cell arteritis
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyositis
- Myositis
- Inflammatory myopathy
- Idiopathic polymyositis
- Muscle inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3320: Polymyositis, organ involvement unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Hereditary Low Immunoglobulin Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Acquired Antibody Deficiency
- Non-Genetic Immune Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D801: Nonfamilial hypogammaglobulinemia
Which procedures does Dr. Nagaraja perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vivek Nagaraja may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Nagaraja's office.
Does Dr. Nagaraja accept my insurance?
Dr. Nagaraja accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nagaraja accept in Scottsdale, AZ?
Dr. Nagaraja in Scottsdale, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
Express Scripts
Government Employees Health Association
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
Spectrum / Priority Health
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Nagaraja's office located?
What is Dr. Nagaraja's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nagaraja's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750684262.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nagaraja?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nagaraja
What is Dr. Vivek Nagaraja's specialty?
Dr. Nagaraja is a Rheumatologist near Scottsdale, AZ. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Nagaraja to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivek Nagaraja affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Nagaraja is affiliated with University Hospital - Michigan Medicine which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Rheumatologist?
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Is Vivek Nagaraja accepting new patients in Scottsdale, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Nagaraja is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Nagaraja offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nagaraja's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Nagaraja?
Please contact Dr. Nagaraja's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vivek Nagaraja have?
Dr. Vivek Nagaraja is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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