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Dr. Nikhil Gandhi, MD

Dr. Nikhil Gandhi, MD

La Jolla, CA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gandhi, Hospitalist in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Nikhil Gandhi, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in La Jolla, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Gandhi graduated from Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai, India. Dr. Gandhi is fluent in English and Gujarati, and is not currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gandhi’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. Gandhi’s office at (619) 461-1898.

    Where did Dr. Gandhi go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Topiwala National Medical College, Mumbai, India | Hospitalist | Assistant Professor of Medicine | Wayne State Universtiy School Of Medicine

    Is Dr. Gandhi board certified in Hospitalist?

    Yes, Dr. Nikhil Gandhi, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Gandhi speak?

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

    • English

    • Gujarati

    What conditions does Dr. Gandhi treat?

    As a Hospitalist, Dr. Gandhi 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. Gandhi. 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:

    • Respiratory Failure
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Lung failure
    • Breathing failure
    • Respiratory insufficiency
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9690: Respiratory failure, unspecified, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
    • Paralysis
    • Stroke
    • Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
    • Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
    • Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
    • Hemiparesis after brain infarction
    • Post-stroke Problems
    • Effects of Stroke
    • Stroke After-effects

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
    • I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
    • I69398: Other sequelae of cerebral infarction

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • COPD Flare-Up
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
    • COPD Exacerbation
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
    • Worsening COPD
    • COPD Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
    • J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    Also known as:

    • Joint Replacement Aftercare
    • Hip Replacement
    • Joint Disorder
    • Knee Replacement
    • Post-joint replacement care
    • Joint surgery recovery
    • Orthopedic aftercare

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery

    Also known as:

    • Brain disease (encephalopathy)
    • Brain Disease
    • Brain disorder
    • Brain dysfunction
    • Encephalopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Amputation Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Limb Loss
    • Post-amputation care
    • Limb loss recovery
    • Amputee rehabilitation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4781: Encounter for orthopedic aftercare following surgical amputation

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
    • Stomach surgery aftercare
    • Bowel surgery recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Acute Kidney Failure
    • Kidney Failure
    • Acute Renal Failure
    • Sudden Kidney Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Gandhi perform as a Hospitalist?

    As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nikhil Gandhi may include:

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

    Does Dr. Gandhi accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gandhi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 461-1898 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gandhi accept in La Jolla, CA?

    Dr. Gandhi in La Jolla, 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

    • Community Health Group

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Molina

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Other Support Agencies/Consultants

    • Scan Health Plan

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Gandhi's office located?

    Dr. Nikhil Gandhi's Primary Practice

    9300 Campus Point Dr

    La Jolla, CA 92037

    (619) 461-1898

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    Dr. Nikhil Gandhi's Practice 2

    5555 Grossmont Center Dr

    La Mesa, CA 91942

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    Dr. Nikhil Gandhi's Practice 3

    200 W Arbor Dr

    San Diego, CA 92103

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

    Dr. Gandhi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1609934538.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gandhi?

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

    What is Dr. Nikhil Gandhi's specialty?

    Dr. Gandhi is a Hospitalist near La Jolla, CA. 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. Contact Dr. Gandhi to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Nikhil Gandhi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gandhi is affiliated with Jacobs Medical Center At Uc San Diego Health, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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

    Where can I learn more about Hospitalist?

    Explore Hospitalist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Nikhil Gandhi accepting new patients in La Jolla, CA?

    No, Dr. Nikhil Gandhi is not accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Nikhil Gandhi offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (619) 461-1898 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Nikhil Gandhi?

    Please contact Dr. Gandhi's office at (619) 461-1898 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Nikhil Gandhi have?

    Dr. Nikhil Gandhi is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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