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Dr. Anita Mehta, MD

Pulmonologist, Internist, Critical Care Internist

Riverside, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Mehta, Pulmonologist in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Anita Mehta, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA. Dr. Mehta is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Mehta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Mehta’s office at (251) 471-7207.

    What languages does Dr. Mehta speak?

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

    • English
    • Spanish

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mehta typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mehta 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. Mehta. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Single Lung Nodule
    • Lung Disease
    • Lung Spot
    • Pulmonary Nodule
    • Spot on Lung Scan

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R911: Solitary pulmonary nodule

    Also known as:

    • COPD
    • Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
    • Chronic Lung Disease
    • Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pneumonia
    • Lung Infection
    • Chest Infection
    • Pneumonitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 1
    • Type 1 diabetes
    • Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
    • Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
    • Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Mehta typically perform?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Mehta performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Mehta. 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:

    • Emergency Breathing Tube Insertion
    • Emergency intubation
    • Endotracheal tube placement
    • Airway management (emergency)

    CPT Codes:

    • 31500: Intubation, endotracheal, emergency procedure

    Also known as:

    • Central Venous Catheter Insertion (Non-Tunneled)
    • Central Line Placement
    • CVC Insertion
    • Temporary Central Line
    • IV Access Catheter

    CPT Codes:

    • 36556: Insertion of non-tunneled centrally inserted central venous catheter; age 5 years or older

    Does Dr. Mehta accept my insurance?

    Dr. Mehta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (251) 471-7207 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Mehta accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Mehta in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire Health Plan

    • Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Anita Mehta's Primary Practice

    4234 Riverwalk Pkwy Ste 230

    Riverside, CA 92505

    (251) 471-7207

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

    Dr. Mehta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396277539.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Mehta?

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

    What is Dr. Anita Mehta's specialty?

    Dr. Mehta is a Pulmonologist near Riverside, CA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is Dr. Anita Mehta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Mehta is affiliated with Riverside Community Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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 Dr. Anita Mehta accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Anita Mehta is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Anita Mehta offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (251) 471-7207 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Anita Mehta?

    Please contact Dr. Mehta's office at (251) 471-7207 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Mehta's office located?

    Dr. Mehta's office is located in Riverside, CA.