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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Medhekar, Rheumatologist in Anaheim, CA?
Dr. Swati Medhekar, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Anaheim, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Medhekar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Medhekar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Medhekar’s office at (888) 988-2800.
What languages does Dr. Medhekar speak?
Dr. Medhekar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Medhekar treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Medhekar 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. Medhekar. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Lupus kidney disease
- Kidney Disease
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
- Lupus nephritis
- Kidney inflammation from lupus
- Glomerulonephritis in SLE
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
- M3214: Glomerular disease in systemic lupus erythematosus
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:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
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:
- Osteoarthritis
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Scleroderma
- Systemic scleroderma
- Systemic Sclerosis
- Hardening of the Skin
- Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M349: Systemic sclerosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Which procedures does Dr. Medhekar perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Swati Medhekar 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. Medhekar's office.
Does Dr. Medhekar accept my insurance?
Dr. Medhekar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (888) 988-2800 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Medhekar accept in Anaheim, CA?
Dr. Medhekar in Anaheim, 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
Blue Shield of California
Express Scripts
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Medhekar's office located?
Dr. Swati Medhekar's Primary Practice
441 N Lakeview Ave
Anaheim, CA 92807
(888) 988-2800
Dr. Swati Medhekar's Practice 2
101 The City Dr S Bldg 30A
Orange, CA 92868
(714) 456-7002
What is Dr. Medhekar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Medhekar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1427125442.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Medhekar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Medhekar
What is Dr. Swati Medhekar's specialty?
Dr. Medhekar is a Rheumatologist near Anaheim, CA. 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. Medhekar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Swati Medhekar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Medhekar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center 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 Swati Medhekar accepting new patients in Anaheim, CA?
Yes, Dr. Swati Medhekar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Swati Medhekar offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Medhekar's office at (888) 988-2800 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Swati Medhekar?
Please contact Dr. Medhekar's office at (888) 988-2800 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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