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Dr. Gawtham Gutta, MD

Dr. Gawtham Gutta, MD

Ridgecrest, CA

18 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Gutta, Addiction Medicine Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA?

    Dr. Gawtham Gutta, MD is an Addiction Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA. He has been practicing for over 18 years. Dr. Gutta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gutta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gutta’s office at (815) 725-2121.

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

    • Medical School: University of Sint Eustatius, Sint Eustatius, Netherland Antilles | University of Sint Eustatius,Statia Island,Netherland Antilles

    What languages does Dr. Gutta speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gutta typically treat?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gutta 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. Gutta. 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 here.

    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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does an Addiction Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gutta typically perform?

    As an Addiction Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gutta 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. Gutta. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Therapy
    • Dysphagia Treatment
    • Feeding Therapy
    • Oral Function Therapy

    CPT Codes:

    • 92526: Treatment of swallowing dysfunction and/or oral function for feeding

    Does Dr. Gutta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Gutta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (815) 725-2121 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Gutta accept in Ridgecrest, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • AlohaCare

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Hawaii Medical Service Association

    • Humana

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Quest

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Gutta's office located?

    Dr. Gawtham Gutta's Primary Practice

    1081 N China Lake Blvd

    Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    (815) 725-2121

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

    Dr. Gutta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245262617.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gutta?

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

    What is Dr. Gawtham Gutta's specialty?

    Dr. Gutta is a Addiction Medicine Specialist near Ridgecrest, CA.

    What does an Addiction Medicine Specialist do?

    An addiction medicine specialist is a medical doctor who specializes in the diagnosis, treatment, and management of individuals with substance use disorders (SUDs) and other addictive behaviors. They are trained to address the physical, psychological, and social aspects of addiction to provide comprehensive care to patients struggling with various types of addictions.

    Is this Dr. Gawtham Gutta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Gutta is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Moanalua Medical Center, Pali Momi Medical Center 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

    When to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Addiction Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Gawtham Gutta accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Gawtham Gutta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Gawtham Gutta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Gutta's office at (815) 725-2121 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Gawtham Gutta?

    Please contact Dr. Gutta's office at (815) 725-2121 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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