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Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya, MD

Santa Cruz, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mruthyunjaya, Psychiatrist in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya, MD is a Psychiatrist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Mruthyunjaya is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mruthyunjaya’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mruthyunjaya’s office at (831) 454-4885.

    What languages does Dr. Mruthyunjaya speak?

    Dr. Mruthyunjaya and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Psychiatrist like Dr. Mruthyunjaya typically treat?

    As a Psychiatrist, Dr. Mruthyunjaya 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. Mruthyunjaya. 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 here.

    Also known as:

    • Psychosis
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Psychotic break
    • Mental break
    • Psychotic episode

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition

    Also known as:

    • Schizophrenia
    • Psychotic disorder
    • Thought disorder
    • Mental illness with psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Psychotic Disorder
    • Schizoaffective disorder
    • Bipolar schizoaffective illness
    • Psychotic mood disorder
    • Schizophrenia with bipolar features

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type

    Also known as:

    • Bipolar Disorder
    • Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
    • Manic depression
    • Bipolar illness
    • Mood disorder
    • Psychotic bipolar mania
    • Severe bipolar with delusions
    • Bipolar with manic psychosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
    • F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features

    Does Dr. Mruthyunjaya accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mruthyunjaya accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 454-4885 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mruthyunjaya accept in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Dr. Mruthyunjaya in Santa Cruz, 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

    • Centene Corporation

    • Chinese Community Health Plan

    • City of Los Angeles

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • North East Medical Services

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • Preferred IPA

    • State of California

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Mruthyunjaya's office located?

    Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya's Primary Practice

    1400 Emeline Ave Bldg K

    Santa Cruz, CA 95060

    (831) 454-4885

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    Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya's Practice 2

    900 Hyde St

    San Francisco, CA 94109

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    What is Dr. Mruthyunjaya's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Mruthyunjaya's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1144636705.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mruthyunjaya?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Mruthyunjaya

    What is Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya's specialty?

    Dr. Mruthyunjaya is a Psychiatrist near Santa Cruz, CA.

    What does a Psychiatrist do?

    A Psychiatrist specializes in the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of mental disorders, emotional disorders, psychotic disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, substance-related disorders, sexual and gender identity disorders and adjustment disorders. Biologic, psychological, and social components of illnesses are explored and understood in treatment of the whole person. Tools used may include diagnostic laboratory tests, prescribed medications, evaluation and treatment of psychological and interpersonal problems with individuals and families, and intervention for coping with stress, crises, and other problems.

    Is this Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mruthyunjaya is affiliated with Ucsf Health Saint Francis Hospital, Mercy San Juan Medical Center, Pih Health Whittier Hospital, Saint Agnes Medical Center, Mercy General Hospital, Ucsf Health St. Mary's Hospital 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

    When to see a Psychiatrist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Psychiatrist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Pranathi Mruthyunjaya accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Pranathi Mruthyunjaya offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mruthyunjaya's office at (831) 454-4885 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Pranathi Mruthyunjaya?

    Please contact Dr. Mruthyunjaya's office at (831) 454-4885 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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