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Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla, MD

Bakersfield, CA

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    Who is Dr. Kuchakulla, Anesthesiologist in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Bakersfield, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Kuchakulla is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuchakulla’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. Kuchakulla’s office at (661) 326-2128.

    What languages does Dr. Kuchakulla speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Kuchakulla treat?

    As a Anesthesiologist, Dr. Kuchakulla 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. Kuchakulla. 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:

    • Lower Back Disc Disorder with Nerve Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Herniated Disc in Lower Back with Radiculopathy
    • Slipped Disc in Lower Back causing Nerve Pain
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5116: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Spondylosis
    • Neck Spondylosis
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Lumbar Spondylosis
    • Lower Back Arthritis
    • Degenerative Lumbar Spine Disease
    • Cervical Spondylosis
    • Neck Arthritis
    • Degenerative Neck Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M47816: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, lumbar region
    • M47812: Spondylosis without myelopathy or radiculopathy, cervical region

    Also known as:

    • Pinched Nerve in Neck
    • Pinched Nerve in Lower Back
    • Neck Injuries and Disorder
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Back Pain
    • Cervical Radiculopathy
    • Neck Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Neck
    • Lumbar Radiculopathy
    • Lower Back Nerve Compression
    • Compressed Nerve in Lower Back

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5412: Radiculopathy, cervical region
    • M5416: Radiculopathy, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Lower Back Disc Degeneration
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Degenerative Disc Disease in Lower Back
    • Worn Lumbar Discs
    • Lumbar Disc Wear and Tear

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5136: Other intervertebral disc degeneration, lumbar region

    Also known as:

    • Acute pain after medical procedure
    • Pain
    • Acute post-operative pain
    • Pain after surgery
    • Post-procedural pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Ventral Hernia
    • Umbilical Hernia
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin
    • Abdominal Wall Hernia
    • Epigastric Hernia
    • Spigelian Hernia
    • Belly Button Hernia
    • Navel Hernia
    • Umbilical Rupture

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
    • K439: Ventral hernia without obstruction or gangrene
    • K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sacroiliac Joint Inflammation
    • Back Pain
    • SI Joint Inflammation
    • Sacroiliac Dysfunction
    • Inflamed SI Joint

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M461: Sacroiliitis, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Disc Disorder with Pinched Nerve
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Spine Injuries and Disorder
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Mid-Back Disc Disease with Nerve Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5114: Intervertebral disc disorders with radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Primary Osteoarthritis in Right Knee
    • Osteoarthritis
    • Right Knee Arthritis
    • Right Knee Degenerative Joint Disease

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M1711: Unilateral primary osteoarthritis, right knee

    Also known as:

    • Mid-Back Nerve Root Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Peripheral Nerve Disorder
    • Pinched Nerve in Mid-Back
    • Thoracic Radiculopathy
    • Upper Back Nerve Compression

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5414: Radiculopathy, thoracic region

    Also known as:

    • Gangrene
    • Tissue Death
    • Necrosis
    • Dead Tissue

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I96: Gangrene, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Upper Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Thoracic Spine Pain
    • Mid-Back Pain
    • Thoracic Back Ache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M546: Pain in thoracic spine

    Does Dr. Kuchakulla accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuchakulla accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (661) 326-2128 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuchakulla accept in Bakersfield, CA?

    Dr. Kuchakulla in Bakersfield, 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Department of Veterans Affairs

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Other Provider Networks

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Kuchakulla's office located?

    Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's Primary Practice

    2615 Chester Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

    (661) 326-2128

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    Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's Practice 2

    2215 Truxtun Ave

    Bakersfield, CA 93301

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    Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's Practice 3

    400 Old River Rd

    Bakersfield, CA 93311

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

    Dr. Kuchakulla's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1780720151.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuchakulla?

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

    What is Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla's specialty?

    Dr. Kuchakulla is a Anesthesiologist near Bakersfield, CA. A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer. Contact Dr. Kuchakulla to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Kuchakulla 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

    Where can I learn more about Anesthesiologist?

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    Is Raghunath Kuchakulla accepting new patients in Bakersfield, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Raghunath Kuchakulla offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuchakulla's office at (661) 326-2128 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Raghunath Kuchakulla?

    Please contact Dr. Kuchakulla's office at (661) 326-2128 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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