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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kota, Family Medicine Specialist in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Rajitha Kota, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Monica, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Kota is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kota’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kota’s office at (310) 998-5868.
What languages does Dr. Kota speak?
Dr. Kota and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kota typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kota 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. Kota. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Throat irritation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R058: Other specified cough
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kota typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kota 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. Kota. 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:
- Colposcopy with Cervical Biopsy and Curettage
- Colposcopy
- Cervical Biopsy
- Endocervical Curettage
- Pap Smear Follow-up Procedure
CPT Codes:
- 57454: Colposcopy of the cervix including upper/adjacent vagina; with biopsy(s) of the cervix and endocervical curettage
Does Dr. Kota accept my insurance?
Dr. Kota accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 998-5868 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kota accept in Santa Monica, CA?
Dr. Kota in Santa Monica, 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
Blue Shield of California
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Kota's office located?
Dr. Rajitha Kota's Primary Practice
2428 Santa Monica Blvd Ste 200
Santa Monica, CA 90404
(310) 998-5868
What is Dr. Kota's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kota's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1750813747.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kota?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kota
What is Dr. Rajitha Kota's specialty?
Dr. Kota is a Family Medicine Specialist near Santa Monica, CA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Rajitha Kota affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kota is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center, Ucla Santa Monica Medical Center, Sharp Memorial Hospital, Aspen Valley 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rajitha Kota accepting new patients in Santa Monica, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rajitha Kota is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rajitha Kota offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kota's office at (310) 998-5868 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rajitha Kota?
Please contact Dr. Kota's office at (310) 998-5868 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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