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Dr. Alagappan Annamalai, MD

Alhambra, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Annamalai, Surgeon in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Alagappan Annamalai, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Alhambra, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Annamalai is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Annamalai’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Annamalai’s office at (310) 423-2975.

    What languages does Dr. Annamalai speak?

    Dr. Annamalai and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Annamalai treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Annamalai 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. Annamalai. 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:

    • Pancreatic Cancer
    • Cancer of the pancreas
    • Malignant neoplasm of pancreas
    • Pancreatic adenocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C250: Malignant neoplasm of head of pancreas
    • C251: Malignant neoplasm of body of pancreas

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cancer
    • Childhood Liver Cancer
    • Hepatic Cancer
    • Hepatocellular Carcinoma
    • Primary liver cancer
    • Hepatic carcinoma
    • Malignant neoplasm of liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C220: Liver cell carcinoma
    • C228: Malignant neoplasm of liver, primary, unspecified as to type

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Liver Function Test
    • Liver Disease
    • Irregular Liver Function Study
    • Unusual Liver Exam
    • Liver Disease Diagnosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R945: Abnormal results of liver function studies

    Also known as:

    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Fluid in Abdomen
    • Liver Disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NAFLD
    • NASH
    • Hepatic steatosis
    • Ascites
    • Abdominal fluid buildup
    • Peritoneal fluid

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K760: Fatty (change of) liver, not elsewhere classified
    • R188: Other ascites

    Also known as:

    • Incisional Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Post-surgical Hernia
    • Surgical Incision Hernia
    • Scar Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K432: Incisional hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Bile Duct
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Biliary Obstruction
    • Bile Duct Blockage
    • Obstructed Bile Duct

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K831: Obstruction of bile duct

    Also known as:

    • Alcoholic Cirrhosis with Fluid Buildup
    • Cirrhosis
    • Alcohol Use Disorder (AUD)
    • 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
    • K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • End-Stage Kidney Disease
    • Kidney Failure
    • Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
    • Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
    • ESRD
    • End-Stage Renal Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N186: End stage renal disease

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Hepatitis B
    • Hepatitis B
    • Long-term Hepatitis B
    • Persistent Hepatitis B
    • Hep B

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B181: Chronic viral hepatitis B without delta-agent

    Also known as:

    • Having a Kidney Transplant
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Kidney Transplant
    • Renal transplant
    • Kidney replacement surgery
    • Post-kidney transplant

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z940: Kidney transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Liver Cysts at Birth
    • Birth Defects
    • Liver Disease
    • Congenital Hepatic Cysts
    • Polycystic Liver Disease (if applicable)
    • Baby Liver Cysts

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q446: Cystic disease of liver

    Also known as:

    • Awaiting Organ Transplant
    • Organ Transplantation
    • Organ transplant waitlist
    • On transplant list
    • Pre-transplant status

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Cancer
    • Liver Cancer
    • Cholangiocarcinoma
    • Intrahepatic cholangiocarcinoma

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C221: Intrahepatic bile duct carcinoma

    Also known as:

    • Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)
    • Fatty Liver Disease
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease (NAFLD) & NASH
    • Nonalcoholic Fatty Liver Disease & NASH in Children
    • NASH
    • Non-alcoholic fatty liver disease with inflammation
    • Fatty liver inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K7581: Nonalcoholic steatohepatitis (NASH)

    Which procedures does Dr. Annamalai perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Alagappan Annamalai may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Annamalai's office.

    Does Dr. Annamalai accept my insurance?

    Dr. Annamalai accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 423-2975 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Annamalai accept in Alhambra, CA?

    Dr. Annamalai in Alhambra, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Commercial

    • All Other Third Party

    • Centene

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Inland Empire

    • Medicaid

    • OptumRx

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Annamalai's office located?

    Dr. Alagappan Annamalai's Primary Practice

    1658 W Valley Blvd Ste 220

    Alhambra, CA 91803

    (310) 423-2975

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    Dr. Alagappan Annamalai's Practice 2

    8635 W 3rd St Ste 590W

    Los Angeles, CA 90048

    (310) 423-2975

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    Dr. Alagappan Annamalai's Practice 3

    25550 Hawthorne Blvd Ste 209

    Torrance, CA 90505

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    What is Dr. Annamalai's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Annamalai's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1215182910.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Annamalai?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Annamalai

    What is Dr. Alagappan Annamalai's specialty?

    Dr. Annamalai is a Surgeon near Alhambra, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Annamalai to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Alagappan Annamalai affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Annamalai is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 Alagappan Annamalai accepting new patients in Alhambra, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Alagappan Annamalai is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Alagappan Annamalai offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Annamalai's office at (310) 423-2975 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Alagappan Annamalai?

    Please contact Dr. Annamalai's office at (310) 423-2975 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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