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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kotha, Cardiologist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Purushotham Kotha, MD is a Cardiologist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA. Dr. Kotha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kotha’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kotha’s office at (619) 229-1995.
What languages does Dr. Kotha speak?
Dr. Kotha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kotha typically treat?
As a Cardiologist, Dr. Kotha 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. Kotha. 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 Tricuspid Valve Disorder
- Heart Valve Disease
- Tricuspid valve problems
- Non-rheumatic tricuspid valve disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I368: Other nonrheumatic tricuspid valve disorders
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
What procedures does a Cardiologist like Dr. Kotha typically perform?
As a Cardiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Purushotham Kotha may include:
- Absent Pulmonary Valve Repair
- Anomalous Coronary Artery Angiography
- Anticoagulation Management
- Aortic Stenosis Repair
- Aortic Valve Repair / Replacement
- Aortopulmonary Window Repair
- Arterial Doppler
- Balloon Septostomy
Please contact Dr. Kotha's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kotha accept my insurance?
Dr. Kotha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 229-1995 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kotha accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Kotha in La Mesa, 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
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kotha's office located?
Dr. Purushotham Kotha's Primary Practice
8860 Center Dr Ste 400
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 229-1995
What is Dr. Kotha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kotha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1093730814.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kotha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kotha
What is Dr. Purushotham Kotha's specialty?
Dr. Kotha is a Cardiologist near La Mesa, CA.
What does a Cardiologist do?
An internist specializing in cardiovascular diseases focuses on the diagnosis and management of complex heart and blood vessel conditions, including heart attacks and life-threatening arrhythmias.
Is this Dr. Purushotham Kotha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kotha is affiliated with Sharp Grossmont Hospital 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
When to see a Cardiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Purushotham Kotha accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Purushotham Kotha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Purushotham Kotha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kotha's office at (619) 229-1995 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Purushotham Kotha?
Please contact Dr. Kotha's office at (619) 229-1995 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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