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Who is Dr. Vetticaden, Internist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Santosh Vetticaden is an Internist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA. Dr. Vetticaden is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vetticaden’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vetticaden’s office at (408) 203-5023.
What languages does Dr. Vetticaden speak?
Dr. Vetticaden and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Vetticaden typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Vetticaden 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. Vetticaden. 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Vetticaden typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Santosh Vetticaden 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. Vetticaden's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vetticaden accept my insurance?
Dr. Vetticaden accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 203-5023 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vetticaden accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Vetticaden in Escondido, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Vetticaden's office located?
Dr. Santosh Vetticaden's Primary Practice
460 N Elm St
Escondido, CA 92025
(408) 203-5023
What is Dr. Vetticaden's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vetticaden's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1679102461.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vetticaden?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vetticaden
What is Dr. Santosh Vetticaden's specialty?
Dr. Vetticaden is a Internist near Escondido, 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. Santosh Vetticaden affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vetticaden 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
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Is Santosh Vetticaden accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Santosh Vetticaden is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Santosh Vetticaden offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vetticaden's office at (408) 203-5023 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Santosh Vetticaden?
Please contact Dr. Vetticaden's office at (408) 203-5023 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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