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Dr. Ruta Wakharkar, MD

Santa Clara, CA

33 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Wakharkar, Internist in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Ruta Wakharkar, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Clara, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 33 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Wakharkar completed her residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Wakharkar is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Wakharkar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Wakharkar’s office at (408) 278-3003.

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

    • Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: L T M Med Coll- Univ Of Bombay- Bombay- Maharashtra- India

    Is Dr. Wakharkar board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Ruta Wakharkar, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Wakharkar speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Wakharkar treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Wakharkar 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. Wakharkar. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Routine Adult Health Checkup
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult physical exam
    • Annual wellness visit for adults
    • General adult medical exam

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Other Specific B Vitamin Deficiency
    • B Vitamins
    • Malnutrition
    • Specific B Vitamin Shortage
    • Less Common B Vitamin Deficiency
    • Rare B Vitamin Deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E538: Deficiency of other specified B group vitamins

    Also known as:

    • Brain AVM (Abnormal Blood Vessel Connection)
    • Arteriovenous Malformations
    • Cerebral AVM
    • Brain Arteriovenous Malformation
    • Brain Vascular Malformation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Q282: Arteriovenous malformation of cerebral vessels

    Which procedures does Dr. Wakharkar perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ruta Wakharkar may include:

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

    Does Dr. Wakharkar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Wakharkar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 278-3003 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Wakharkar accept in Santa Clara, CA?

    Dr. Wakharkar in Santa Clara, 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

    • Central Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • SGS North America Inc

    • State of Tennessee

    • Sunrise Senior Living

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    Where is Dr. Wakharkar's office located?

    Dr. Ruta Wakharkar's Primary Practice

    710 Lawrence Expy

    Santa Clara, CA 95051

    (408) 278-3003

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    Dr. Ruta Wakharkar's Practice 2

    227 N Jackson Ave

    San Jose, CA 95116

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    Dr. Ruta Wakharkar's Practice 3

    625 Lincoln Ave

    San Jose, CA 95126

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

    Dr. Wakharkar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871658864.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Wakharkar?

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

    What is Dr. Ruta Wakharkar's specialty?

    Dr. Wakharkar is a Internist near Santa Clara, CA.

    A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.

    Contact Dr. Wakharkar to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Ruta Wakharkar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Wakharkar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Santa Clara 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

    Where can I learn more about Internist?

    Explore Internist 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 Ruta Wakharkar accepting new patients in Santa Clara, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ruta Wakharkar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ruta Wakharkar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Wakharkar's office at (408) 278-3003 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Ruta Wakharkar?

    Please contact Dr. Wakharkar's office at (408) 278-3003 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Ruta Wakharkar have?

    Dr. Ruta Wakharkar is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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