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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Kanakaraj, Internist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Sean Kanakaraj, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Kanakaraj completed his residency at Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Kanakaraj is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kanakaraj’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kanakaraj’s office at (408) 885-5000.
Where did Dr. Kanakaraj go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: New York Med Coll- Valhalla Ny
Is Dr. Kanakaraj board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Sean Kanakaraj, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kanakaraj speak?
Dr. Kanakaraj and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Kanakaraj typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Kanakaraj 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. Kanakaraj. 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:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Follow-up After Treatment (Non-Cancer)
- Post-Treatment Check-up
- Aftercare Visit
- Recovery Monitoring Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z09: Encounter for follow-up examination after completed treatment for conditions other than malignant neoplasm
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Repeat Prescription Visit
- Prescription Refill Appointment
- Medication Renewal Visit
- Follow-up for Prescription
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z760: Encounter for issue of repeat prescription
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
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
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Kanakaraj typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sean Kanakaraj 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. Kanakaraj's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kanakaraj accept my insurance?
Dr. Kanakaraj accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 885-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kanakaraj accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Kanakaraj in San Jose, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kanakaraj's office located?
What is Dr. Kanakaraj's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kanakaraj's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194853663.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kanakaraj?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kanakaraj
What is Dr. Sean Kanakaraj's specialty?
Dr. Kanakaraj is a Internist near San Jose, 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. Sean Kanakaraj affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Kanakaraj is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Santa Clara Valley Medical Center, El Camino Health - Mountain View 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sean Kanakaraj accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sean Kanakaraj is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sean Kanakaraj offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kanakaraj's office at (408) 885-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sean Kanakaraj?
Please contact Dr. Kanakaraj's office at (408) 885-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sean Kanakaraj have?
Dr. Sean Kanakaraj is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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751 S Bascom Ave
San Jose, CA 95128