Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Chinnakotla, Endocrinologist in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla, MD is an Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in West Columbia, SC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Chinnakotla graduated from Gandhi Med College and completed her residency at University of Missouri-Columbia Program. Dr. Chinnakotla is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Chinnakotla’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Chinnakotla’s office at (803) 936-7450.
Where did Dr. Chinnakotla go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Missouri-Columbia Program
Medical School: Gandhi Med College
What languages does Dr. Chinnakotla speak?
Dr. Chinnakotla and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Chinnakotla typically treat?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Chinnakotla 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. Chinnakotla. 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:
- Hypothyroidism
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Endocrinologist like Dr. Chinnakotla typically perform?
As an Endocrinologist, Dr. Chinnakotla 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. Chinnakotla. 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:
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Biopsy
- Ultrasound-Guided Fine Needle Aspiration Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Ultrasound
- FNA Biopsy with Ultrasound
- Image-Guided Biopsy
- Fine Needle Aspiration
- First Lesion Biopsy
- Needle Biopsy with Ultrasound
CPT Codes:
- 10005: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; first lesion
- 10006: Fine needle aspiration biopsy, including ultrasound guidance; each additional lesion (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Chinnakotla accept my insurance?
Dr. Chinnakotla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (803) 936-7450 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Chinnakotla accept in West Columbia, SC?
Dr. Chinnakotla in West Columbia, SC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Cross Blue Shield of South Carolina
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Chinnakotla's office located?
Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla's Primary Practice
2720 Sunset Blvd
West Columbia, SC 29169
(803) 936-7450
Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla's Practice 2
3016 Longtown Commons Dr Ste 301
Columbia, SC 29229
Ratings & Reviews
5.0
Overall rating
Based on 1 reviews
Office Experience
100% of patients found the doctor and staff friendly and the office clean and modern
Attentiveness
100% of patients felt that their time spent with the doctor was meaningful and impactful and that any follow ups were addressed quickly
Wait Times
100% of patients were satisfied with the wait time
Appointment Booking
100% of patients found it easy to book an appointment
Patients give Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla an Excellent overall experience rating of 5 out of 5 stars. Dr. Chinnakotla has been rated and reviewed by 1 patient. These ratings are based on a variety of factors, including the amount of time patients spent with Dr. Chinnakotla, her bedside manner, appointment waiting time, friendliness of the office staff, clarity of diagnosis, and more.
Read Patient ReviewsWhat is Dr. Chinnakotla's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Chinnakotla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033559604.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Chinnakotla?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Chinnakotla
What is Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla's specialty?
Dr. Chinnakotla is a Endocrinologist near West Columbia, SC.
What does an Endocrinologist do?
An internist specializing in disorders of the endocrine glands, including the thyroid and adrenal glands. This specialist also manages a range of conditions such as diabetes, metabolic and nutritional disorders, obesity, pituitary disorders, and menstrual and sexual health issues.
Is this Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Chinnakotla is affiliated with Lexington Medical Center, Prisma Health Richland Hospital, Musc Health Columbia Medical Center Downtown, Prisma Health Baptist Parkridge Hospital 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
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Is Venkata Chinnakotla accepting new patients in West Columbia, SC?
Yes, Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Venkata Chinnakotla offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Chinnakotla's office at (803) 936-7450 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Venkata Chinnakotla?
Please contact Dr. Chinnakotla's office at (803) 936-7450 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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