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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kuruvadi, Internist in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi is an Internist, who primarily practices in La Mesa, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Kuruvadi is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuruvadi’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuruvadi’s office at (619) 429-7700.
What languages does Dr. Kuruvadi speak?
Dr. Kuruvadi and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kuruvadi typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kuruvadi 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. Kuruvadi. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Depression Screening
- Depression
- Health Screening
- Depression Test
- Mental Health Check for Depression
- Mood Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Complications
- Diabetes Related Health Problems
- Advanced Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
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:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kuruvadi typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Kuruvadi's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kuruvadi accept my insurance?
Dr. Kuruvadi accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (619) 429-7700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kuruvadi accept in La Mesa, CA?
Dr. Kuruvadi in La Mesa, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kuruvadi's office located?
Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi's Primary Practice
7339 El Cajon Blvd Ste I
La Mesa, CA 91942
(619) 429-7700
What is Dr. Kuruvadi's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kuruvadi's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104322239.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuruvadi?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuruvadi
What is Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi's specialty?
Dr. Kuruvadi is a Internist near La Mesa, CA.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kuruvadi is affiliated with Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center, Sharp Grossmont Hospital, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Sharp Coronado Hospital, Christus Good Shepherd Medical Center - Longview 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 Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Nisha Kuruvadi accepting new patients in La Mesa, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nisha Kuruvadi offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kuruvadi's office at (619) 429-7700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nisha Kuruvadi?
Please contact Dr. Kuruvadi's office at (619) 429-7700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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