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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kovuru, Rheumatologist in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Karthik Kovuru, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Columbus, OH. Dr. Kovuru is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kovuru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kovuru’s office at (614) 366-7016.
What languages does Dr. Kovuru speak?
Dr. Kovuru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kovuru typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Kovuru 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. Kovuru. 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:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- High Antibody Levels
- Immune System and Disorder
- Elevated Antibody Titer
- Increased Antibodies
- Positive Antibody Test
ICD-10 Codes:
- R760: Raised antibody titer
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
Also known as:
- Left Hand Pain
- Right Hand Pain
- Hand Injuries and Disorder
- Pain
- Ache in left hand
- Left hand discomfort
- Sore left hand
- Pain in right palm
- Right wrist and hand pain
- Right hand discomfort
ICD-10 Codes:
- M79642: Pain in left hand
- M79641: Pain in right hand
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic Lupus Erythematosus
- SLE
- Autoimmune Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3210: Systemic lupus erythematosus, organ or system involvement unspecified
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Kovuru typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Karthik Kovuru may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Kovuru's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kovuru accept my insurance?
Dr. Kovuru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (614) 366-7016 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kovuru accept in Columbus, OH?
Dr. Kovuru in Columbus, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Oscar Health
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kovuru's office located?
Dr. Karthik Kovuru's Primary Practice
480 Medical Center Dr
Columbus, OH 43210
(614) 366-7016
What is Dr. Kovuru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kovuru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083235014.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kovuru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kovuru
What is Dr. Karthik Kovuru's specialty?
Dr. Kovuru is a Rheumatologist near Columbus, OH.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Karthik Kovuru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kovuru is affiliated with Northside Hospital Forsyth, Ohiohealth Riverside Methodist Hospital, Northside Hospital Atlanta, Piedmont Athens Regional, Northeast Georgia Medical Center Gainesville, Northside Hospital Gwinnett 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
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Is Karthik Kovuru accepting new patients in Columbus, OH?
Yes, Dr. Karthik Kovuru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Karthik Kovuru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kovuru's office at (614) 366-7016 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Karthik Kovuru?
Please contact Dr. Kovuru's office at (614) 366-7016 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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