Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula, MD
Austin, TX
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dhanekula, Gastroenterologist in Austin, TX?
Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Austin, TX with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Dhanekula is fluent in English, Chinese, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dhanekula’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dhanekula’s office at (215) 345-6050.
What languages does Dr. Dhanekula speak?
Dr. Dhanekula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
Chinese
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Dhanekula typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Dhanekula 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. Dhanekula. 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:
- Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
- Cirrhosis
- Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
- Cryptogenic cirrhosis
- Alcoholic cirrhosis with ascites
- Alcohol-induced cirrhosis with fluid
- Liver scarring with abdominal fluid
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7031: Alcoholic cirrhosis of liver with ascites
- K7469: Other cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- Other Specific Abnormal Blood Chemistry Results
- Blood
- Specified Blood Chemistry Imbalance
- Unusual Blood Chemistry Findings
- Specific Blood Panel Abnormalities
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7989: Other specified abnormal findings of blood chemistry
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:
- Autoimmune hepatitis
- Autoimmune Disease
- Hepatitis
- Autoimmune Hepatitis
- AIH
- Autoimmune liver disease
- Chronic autoimmune hepatitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K754: Autoimmune hepatitis
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Dhanekula typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Dhanekula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Dhanekula accept my insurance?
Dr. Dhanekula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 345-6050 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dhanekula accept in Austin, TX?
Dr. Dhanekula in Austin, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Health Care Service Corporation
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dhanekula's office located?
Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula's Primary Practice
5000 W Slaughter Ln Ste 100 Bldg 6
Austin, TX 78749
(215) 345-6050
What is Dr. Dhanekula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dhanekula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1447546379.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dhanekula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dhanekula
What is Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula's specialty?
Dr. Dhanekula is a Gastroenterologist near Austin, TX.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dhanekula is affiliated with Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - College Station, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Temple 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 Raja Koteswar Dhanekula accepting new patients in Austin, TX?
Yes, Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Raja Koteswar Dhanekula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dhanekula's office at (215) 345-6050 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Raja Koteswar Dhanekula?
Please contact Dr. Dhanekula's office at (215) 345-6050 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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