Who is Dr. Nakka, Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Sirish Nakka, MD is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Nakka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nakka’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nakka’s office at (844) 387-5337.
What languages does Dr. Nakka speak?
Dr. Nakka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Nakka typically treat?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, Dr. Nakka 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. Nakka. 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:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Insomnia
- Sleep Disorder
- Sleeplessness
- Trouble Sleeping
- Psychophysiologic Insomnia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F5104: Psychophysiologic insomnia
What procedures does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist like Dr. Nakka typically perform?
As a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sirish Nakka may include:
- Continuous Positive Airway Pressure Management
- Narcolepsy Evaluation
- Sleep Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Consultation
- Sleep Medicine Follow Up
- Sleep Studies
Please contact Dr. Nakka's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Nakka accept my insurance?
Dr. Nakka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (844) 387-5337 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Nakka accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Nakka in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Nakka's office located?
Dr. Sirish Nakka's Primary Practice
1665 Dominican Way Ste 222
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(844) 387-5337
What is Dr. Nakka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Nakka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619406725.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nakka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Nakka
What is Dr. Sirish Nakka's specialty?
Dr. Nakka is a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist near Santa Cruz, CA.
What does a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist do?
An internist specializing in Sleep Medicine is certified in this subspecialty and focuses on the clinical evaluation, physiological testing, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of sleep and circadian rhythm disorders. These specialists care for patients of all ages, utilizing a multidisciplinary approach. Conditions they manage include, but are not limited to, sleep-related breathing disorders, insomnia, hypersomnia's, circadian rhythm disorders, parasomnias, and sleep-related movement disorders.
Is this Dr. Sirish Nakka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Nakka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 a Sleep Medicine Specialist - Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sirish Nakka accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sirish Nakka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sirish Nakka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Nakka's office at (844) 387-5337 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sirish Nakka?
Please contact Dr. Nakka's office at (844) 387-5337 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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