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Who is Dr. Guttikonda, Plastic Surgeon in National City, CA?
Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda, DO is a Plastic Surgeon, who primarily practices in National City, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Guttikonda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Guttikonda’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Guttikonda’s office at (619) 470-4325.
What languages does Dr. Guttikonda speak?
Dr. Guttikonda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Guttikonda typically treat?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Guttikonda 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. Guttikonda. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Skin Ulcers
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Foot
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic skin sores
- Diabetes-related wounds
- Foot ulcers from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E11622: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other skin ulcer
Also known as:
- Chronic Venous Insufficiency
- Vascular Disease
- CVI
- Venous Reflux Disease
- Leg Vein Incompetence
- Peripheral Venous Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I872: Venous insufficiency (chronic) (peripheral)
Also known as:
- Overweight
- Body Weight
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
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- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Excess Weight
- High BMI (Overweight)
- Pre-Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E663: Overweight
Also known as:
- Severe Chronic Skin Ulcer on Lower Left Leg
- Skin Condition
- Advanced Leg Ulcer
- Serious Skin Wound
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L97828: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of other part of left lower leg with other specified severity
What procedures does a Plastic Surgeon like Dr. Guttikonda typically perform?
As a Plastic Surgeon, Dr. Guttikonda 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. Guttikonda. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Wound)
- Skin and Tissue Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Skin Replacement
- Bioengineered Skin Application
- Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Debridement
- Subcutaneous Tissue Debridement
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 15271: Application of skin substitute graft to trunk, arms, legs, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
- 11045: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); each additional 20 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Skin Substitute Graft (Small Area)
- Artificial Skin Graft
- Wound Covering Application
- Skin Replacement Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 15275: Application of skin substitute graft to face, scalp, eyelids, mouth, neck, ears, orbits, genitalia, hands, feet, and/or multiple digits, total wound surface area up to 100 sq cm; first 25 sq cm or less wound surface area
Does Dr. Guttikonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Guttikonda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 470-4325 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Guttikonda accept in National City, CA?
Dr. Guttikonda in National City, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Support Agencies/Consultants
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Guttikonda's office located?
Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda's Primary Practice
655 Euclid Ave Ste 200
National City, CA 91950
(619) 470-4325
What is Dr. Guttikonda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Guttikonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1073889465.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Guttikonda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Guttikonda
What is Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda's specialty?
Dr. Guttikonda is a Plastic Surgeon near National City, CA.
What does a Plastic Surgeon do?
A plastic surgeon specializes in repairing, reconstructing, or replacing physical defects involving the skin, musculoskeletal system, craniomaxillofacial structures, hands, extremities, breasts, trunk, and external genitalia. Cosmetic surgery is a key aspect of this specialty, where surgeons apply aesthetic principles to enhance appearance and optimize reconstructive outcomes, addressing both normal structures and those requiring reconstruction.
Is this Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Guttikonda is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Paradise Valley Hospital, Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta. 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 Rakhesh Guttikonda accepting new patients in National City, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rakhesh Guttikonda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Guttikonda's office at (619) 470-4325 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rakhesh Guttikonda?
Please contact Dr. Guttikonda's office at (619) 470-4325 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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