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Who is Dr. Giri, Rheumatologist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Shanthi Giri, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA. She is board certified. Dr. Giri graduated from Medical Center Of Iran and completed her residency at Geisinger Health System Program. Dr. Giri is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Giri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Giri’s office at (916) 480-6990.
Where did Dr. Giri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Geisinger Health System Program
Medical School: Medical Center Of Iran | Coimbatore Medical College
Is Dr. Giri board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Giri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Giri speak?
Dr. Giri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Giri typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Giri 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. Giri. 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
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M069: Rheumatoid arthritis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Inflammatory Arthritis
- Arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
- Polyarthritis
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M064: Inflammatory polyarthropathy
Also known as:
- Behcet's Syndrome
- Behçet disease
- Silk Road disease
- Behcet's disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M352: Behcet's disease
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Giri typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Shanthi Giri may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
Please contact Dr. Giri's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Giri accept my insurance?
Dr. Giri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 480-6990 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Giri accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Giri in Sacramento, 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
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Giri's office located?
Dr. Shanthi Giri's Primary Practice
2345 Fair Oaks Blvd
Sacramento, CA 95825
(916) 480-6990
What is Dr. Giri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Giri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1992724066.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Giri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Giri
What is Dr. Shanthi Giri's specialty?
Dr. Giri is a Rheumatologist near Sacramento, CA.
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. Shanthi Giri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Giri is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Sacramento Medical Center. 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 a Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Shanthi Giri accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Shanthi Giri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shanthi Giri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Giri's office at (916) 480-6990 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shanthi Giri?
Please contact Dr. Giri's office at (916) 480-6990 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Shanthi Giri have?
Dr. Shanthi Giri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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