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26 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kudva, Surgeon in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Archana Kudva, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in San Diego, CA. She has been practicing for over 26 years and is board certified. Dr. Kudva completed her residency at Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Kudva is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kudva’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kudva’s office at (619) 528-5000.
Where did Dr. Kudva go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Univ Ca San Diego Med Ctr, General Surgery | University Ca San Diego Med Center
Medical School: Tufts Univ Sch of Med, Boston Ma
Is Dr. Kudva board certified as a Surgeon?
Yes, Dr. Archana Kudva, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Kudva speak?
Dr. Kudva and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Kudva typically treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kudva 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. Kudva. 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:
- Breast Cancer
- Mammary cancer
- Breast carcinoma
- Breast tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50912: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of left female breast
- C50911: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified site of right female breast
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Kudva typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Kudva 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. Kudva. 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:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Does Dr. Kudva accept my insurance?
Dr. Kudva accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 528-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kudva accept in San Diego, CA?
Dr. Kudva 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Kudva's office located?
What is Dr. Kudva's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kudva's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174690036.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kudva?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kudva
What is Dr. Archana Kudva's specialty?
Dr. Kudva is a Surgeon near San Diego, CA.
What does a Surgeon do?
General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery.
Is this Dr. Archana Kudva affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kudva is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Diego 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
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Is Archana Kudva accepting new patients in San Diego, CA?
Yes, Dr. Archana Kudva is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Archana Kudva offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kudva's office at (619) 528-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Archana Kudva?
Please contact Dr. Kudva's office at (619) 528-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Archana Kudva have?
Dr. Archana Kudva is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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