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Who is Dr. Pitta, Hospitalist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Himabindu Pitta, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Pitta graduated from Kakatiya Medical College and completed her residency at University of Nevada School of Medicine Program. Dr. Pitta is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pitta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pitta’s office.
Where did Dr. Pitta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Nevada School of Medicine Program
Medical School: Kakatiya Medical College
What languages does Dr. Pitta speak?
Dr. Pitta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Pitta typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Pitta 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. Pitta. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Pitta typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Himabindu Pitta may include:
Please contact Dr. Pitta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pitta accept my insurance?
Dr. Pitta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pitta accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Pitta in Santa Cruz, 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
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
PacificSource
Santa Cruz County
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pitta's office located?
What is Dr. Pitta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pitta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619119997.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pitta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pitta
What is Dr. Himabindu Pitta's specialty?
Dr. Pitta is a Hospitalist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Himabindu Pitta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Pitta is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Dominican Hospital - Santa Cruz, Watsonville Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente - San Jose Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Himabindu Pitta accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Himabindu Pitta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Himabindu Pitta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pitta's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Himabindu Pitta?
Please contact Dr. Pitta's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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