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Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mukthinuthalapati, Gastroenterologist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Mukthinuthalapati is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mukthinuthalapati’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mukthinuthalapati’s office at (831) 260-3591.

    What languages does Dr. Mukthinuthalapati speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Kannada

    What conditions does Dr. Mukthinuthalapati treat?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mukthinuthalapati 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. Mukthinuthalapati. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Acid Reflux
    • GERD
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
    • Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
    • Gastroesophageal Reflux
    • Heartburn
    • Indigestion

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Bile Duct Stones
    • Gallstones
    • Choledocholithiasis
    • Biliary duct calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8050: Calculus of bile duct without cholangitis or cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Rectal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal Bleeding
    • Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
    • Anal Bleeding
    • Blood in Stool
    • Lower GI Bleed

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K625: Hemorrhage of anus and rectum

    What procedures does Dr. Mukthinuthalapati perform?

    As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Mukthinuthalapati 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. Mukthinuthalapati. 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:

    • Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
    • Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy with Tissue Removal
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
    • Colon Polyp Removal
    • Colorectal Lesion Excision
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Exam with Biopsy
    • Lower Endoscopy
    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Flexible colonoscopy with EMR
    • Endoscopic mucosal resection (colon)
    • Colon polyp removal during colonoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
    • 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
    • 45390: Colonoscopy, flexible; with endoscopic mucosal resection

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
    • Upper GI Endoscopy
    • Stomach Scope with Sample
    • Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
    • Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
    • EGD with Balloon Widening

    CPT Codes:

    • 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
    • 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound (EUS)
    • EGD with endoscopic ultrasound
    • Esophageal ultrasound
    • Stomach ultrasound endoscopy
    • Duodenal ultrasound endoscopy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43259: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with endoscopic ultrasound examination, including the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Ultrasound and Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • Ultrasound
    • EGD with Endoscopic Ultrasound Biopsy
    • Transoral EUS-FNA
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43242: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic ultrasound-guided intramural or transmural fine needle aspiration/biopsy(s) (includes endoscopic ultrasound examination of the esophagus, stomach, and either the duodenum or a surgically altered stomach where the jejunum is examined distal to the anastomosis)

    Does Dr. Mukthinuthalapati accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mukthinuthalapati accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 260-3591 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mukthinuthalapati accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Mukthinuthalapati in Santa Cruz, 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

    • Central California Alliance for Health

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • Mohawk Industries

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Mukthinuthalapati's office located?

    Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati's Primary Practice

    1663 Dominican Way Ste 210

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

    (831) 260-3591

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    Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati's Practice 2

    1595 Soquel Dr Ste 210

    Santa Cruz, CA 95065

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    Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati's Practice 3

    759 Chestnut St

    Springfield, MA 01107

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

    Dr. Mukthinuthalapati's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164874855.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mukthinuthalapati?

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

    What is Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati's specialty?

    Dr. Mukthinuthalapati is a Gastroenterologist near Santa Cruz, CA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Mukthinuthalapati to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mukthinuthalapati is affiliated with Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer 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 Gastroenterologist?

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    Is Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mukthinuthalapati's office at (831) 260-3591 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Vijaya Venkatasubbaraya Pavan Kedar Mukthinuthalapati?

    Please contact Dr. Mukthinuthalapati's office at (831) 260-3591 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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