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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vakkalanka, Family Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Vakkalanka is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakkalanka’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakkalanka’s office at (310) 354-4225.
What languages does Dr. Vakkalanka speak?
Dr. Vakkalanka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Vakkalanka treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Vakkalanka 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. Vakkalanka. 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:
- One-Sided Weakness or Paralysis After Ischemic Stroke
- Long-Term Effects of Ischemic Stroke
- Mini-Stroke
- Paralysis
- Stroke
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Post-ischemic stroke hemiplegia
- Partial paralysis from ischemic stroke
- Ischemic stroke-related body weakness
- Hemiparesis after brain infarction
- Post-ischemic stroke complications
- Stroke after-effects
- Residual problems from brain infarction
- Ischemic stroke sequelae
- TIA
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- I69354: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting left non-dominant side
- I69351: Hemiplegia and hemiparesis following cerebral infarction affecting right dominant side
- I6930: Unspecified sequelae of cerebral infarction
- Z8673: Personal history of transient ischemic attack (TIA), and cerebral infarction without residual deficits
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Muscle Wasting in Multiple Areas
- Muscle Disorder
- Generalized Muscle Atrophy
- Widespread Muscle Loss
- Muscle Shrinkage in Multiple Sites
ICD-10 Codes:
- M6259: Muscle wasting and atrophy, not elsewhere classified, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Right Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Proximal Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Fracture
- Right Femur Fracture
- Thigh Bone Break
- Hip Bone Fracture
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72002D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of left femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
- S72141D: Displaced intertrochanteric fracture of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- History of Falls
- Falls
- Previous falls
- Recurrent falls
- Risk of falling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9181: History of falling
Also known as:
- Malaise
- Fatigue
- General discomfort
- Feeling unwell
- Unease
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5381: Other malaise
Also known as:
- COPD
- COPD Flare-Up
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Digestive System Surgery Aftercare
- Circulatory System Surgery Aftercare
- After Surgery
- Post-gastrointestinal surgery care
- Stomach surgery aftercare
- Bowel surgery recovery
- Post-cardiac surgery care
- Vascular surgery aftercare
- Heart surgery recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z48815: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the digestive system
- Z48812: Encounter for surgical aftercare following surgery on the circulatory system
Also known as:
- Joint Replacement Aftercare
- Hip Replacement
- Joint Disorder
- Knee Replacement
- Post-joint replacement care
- Joint surgery recovery
- Orthopedic aftercare
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z471: Aftercare following joint replacement surgery
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Hip Fracture
- Fractures
- Leg Injuries and Disorder
- Broken Hip
- Femur Neck Fracture
- Broken Thigh Bone (Hip Area)
ICD-10 Codes:
- S72001D: Fracture of unspecified part of neck of right femur, subsequent encounter for closed fracture with routine healing
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Parkinsonism
- Parkinson's Disease
- Parkinson's Syndrome
- Atypical Parkinsonism
- Secondary Parkinsonism
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20C: Parkinsonism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Vakkalanka perform as a Family Medicine Specialist?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office.
Does Dr. Vakkalanka accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakkalanka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 354-4225 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vakkalanka accept in Torrance, CA?
Dr. Vakkalanka in Torrance, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
OptumRx
Scan Health Plan
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Vakkalanka's office located?
Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka's Primary Practice
19191 S Vermont Ave Fl 2357
Torrance, CA 90502
(310) 354-4225
What is Dr. Vakkalanka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakkalanka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659930824.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakkalanka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakkalanka
What is Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka's specialty?
Dr. Vakkalanka is a Family Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA. Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care. Contact Dr. Vakkalanka to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vakkalanka is affiliated with Torrance Memorial Medical 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
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Is Swetha Vakkalanka accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?
Yes, Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Swetha Vakkalanka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (310) 354-4225 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Swetha Vakkalanka?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (310) 354-4225 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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