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Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan, MD
San Diego, CA
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vellore Govardhan, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Vellore Govardhan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vellore Govardhan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vellore Govardhan’s office at (858) 966-5855.
Is Dr. Vellore Govardhan board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Vellore Govardhan speak?
Dr. Vellore Govardhan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vellore Govardhan typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vellore Govardhan 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. Vellore Govardhan. 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 Post-Surgery Condition
- Postoperative State
- Recovery After Surgery
- Surgical Follow-up
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z98890: Other specified postprocedural states
Also known as:
- Double Outlet Right Ventricle
- Complete Atrioventricular Septal Defect
- Narrowing of the Aorta
- Hypoplastic Left Heart Syndrome
- Congenital Heart Defects
- Critical congenital heart disease
- DORV
- Congenital Heart Anomaly
- Complex Heart Defect
- Complete AVSD
- Full Endocardial Cushion Defect
- Large Hole in Heart
- Aortic Coarctation
- CoA
- Pinched Aorta
- HLHS
- Underdeveloped Left Heart
- Complex Congenital Heart Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q201: Double outlet right ventricle
- Q2123: Complete atrioventricular septal defect
- Q251: Coarctation of aorta
- Q234: Hypoplastic left heart syndrome
Also known as:
- History of Corrected Heart and Circulatory System Birth Defects
- Birth Defects
- Heart Disease
- Past heart malformations
- Previous corrected congenital heart problems
- History of circulatory system birth anomalies
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8774: Personal history of (corrected) congenital malformations of heart and circulatory system
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Vellore Govardhan typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Vellore Govardhan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vellore Govardhan accept my insurance?
Dr. Vellore Govardhan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (858) 966-5855 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vellore Govardhan accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Vellore Govardhan in San Diego, 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
AlphaCare
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Community Health Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vellore Govardhan's office located?
Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan's Primary Practice
3020 Childrens Way
San Diego, CA 92123
(858) 966-5855
What is Dr. Vellore Govardhan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vellore Govardhan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477702165.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vellore Govardhan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vellore Govardhan
What is Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan's specialty?
Dr. Vellore Govardhan is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near San Diego, CA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vellore Govardhan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego, Loma Linda University Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
When to see a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shilpa Vellore Govardhan accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vellore Govardhan's office at (858) 966-5855 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shilpa Vellore Govardhan?
Please contact Dr. Vellore Govardhan's office at (858) 966-5855 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan have?
Dr. Shilpa Vellore Govardhan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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