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Dr. Malika Atmakuri, MD

Otolaryngologist

San Rafael, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Atmakuri, Otolaryngologist in San Rafael, CA?

    Dr. Malika Atmakuri, MD is an Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in San Rafael, CA. Dr. Atmakuri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Atmakuri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Atmakuri’s office at (718) 334-4952.

    What languages does Dr. Atmakuri speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Atmakuri typically treat?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Atmakuri 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. Atmakuri. 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 Surgical Aftercare
    • After Surgery
    • General post-operative care
    • Unspecified surgical recovery
    • Surgical follow-up

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4889: Encounter for other specified surgical aftercare

    Also known as:

    • Bilateral TMJ Joint Pain
    • Temporomandibular Disorder
    • Both side jaw joint pain
    • Bilateral TMJ pain
    • Both side temporomandibular arthralgia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M26623: Arthralgia of bilateral temporomandibular joint

    Also known as:

    • Other Somatic Symptom Disorder
    • Mental Disorder
    • Bruxism
    • Atypical Somatic Disorder
    • Unusual Physical Symptoms
    • Mind-Body Disorder

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F458: Other somatoform disorders

    Also known as:

    • Nose and Sinus Disorder
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Nasal problems
    • Sinus problems
    • Nose and sinus conditions
    • Nose conditions
    • Sinus conditions

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
    • J349: Unspecified disorder of nose and nasal sinuses

    Also known as:

    • Deviated Septum
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Crooked nose septum
    • Nasal blockage
    • Septal deviation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J342: Deviated nasal septum

    Also known as:

    • Cosmetic Surgery
    • Plastic and Cosmetic Surgery
    • Aesthetic Surgery
    • Beauty Surgery
    • Elective Plastic Surgery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z411: Encounter for cosmetic surgery

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Earwax
    • Ear Disorder
    • Impacted earwax
    • Earwax impaction
    • Excess earwax

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral

    What procedures does an Otolaryngologist like Dr. Atmakuri typically perform?

    As an Otolaryngologist, Dr. Atmakuri 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. Atmakuri. 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:

    • Facial Muscle Injection for Spasms (One Side)
    • Botox for facial spasms
    • Facial nerve chemodenervation
    • Blepharospasm treatment
    • Hemifacial spasm injection

    CPT Codes:

    • 64612: Chemodenervation of muscle(s); muscle(s) innervated by facial nerve, unilateral (eg, for blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm)

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Nasal Endoscopy
    • Endoscopy
    • Nose Scope
    • Rhinoscope
    • Nasal Examination with Scope

    CPT Codes:

    • 31231: Nasal endoscopy, diagnostic, unilateral or bilateral (separate procedure)

    Also known as:

    • Flexible Diagnostic Laryngoscopy
    • Voice Box Exam
    • Flexible Laryngoscope
    • Throat Scope
    • Diagnostic Throat Exam

    CPT Codes:

    • 31575: Laryngoscopy, flexible; diagnostic

    Also known as:

    • Impacted Ear Wax Removal (One Ear)
    • Cerumen Impaction Removal
    • Ear Wax Extraction with Tools
    • Professional Ear Cleaning

    CPT Codes:

    • 69210: Removal impacted cerumen requiring instrumentation, unilateral

    Does Dr. Atmakuri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Atmakuri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 334-4952 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Atmakuri accept in San Rafael, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Atmakuri's office located?

    Dr. Malika Atmakuri's Primary Practice

    99 Montecillo Rd

    San Rafael, CA 94903

    (718) 334-4952

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

    Dr. Atmakuri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1700221934.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Atmakuri?

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

    What is Dr. Malika Atmakuri's specialty?

    Dr. Atmakuri is an Otolaryngologist near San Rafael, CA.

    What does an Otolaryngologist do?

    An otolaryngologist-head and neck surgeon provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for conditions affecting the ears, nose, throat, respiratory, and upper alimentary systems, as well as related head and neck structures. This specialist diagnoses and treats diseases, allergies, neoplasms, deformities, disorders, and injuries involving these areas. Expertise includes head and neck oncology, facial plastic and reconstructive surgery, and the treatment of hearing and voice disorders.

    Is Dr. Malika Atmakuri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Atmakuri is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Rafael 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 Dr. Malika Atmakuri accepting new patients in San Rafael, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Malika Atmakuri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Malika Atmakuri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Atmakuri's office at (718) 334-4952 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Malika Atmakuri?

    Please contact Dr. Atmakuri's office at (718) 334-4952 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Atmakuri's office located?

    Dr. Atmakuri's office is located in San Rafael, CA.