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Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy, MD

Westminster, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Krishnaswamy, Internist in Westminster, CA?

    Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Westminster, CA. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishnaswamy graduated from University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital and completed her residency at L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine. Dr. Krishnaswamy is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Krishnaswamy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Krishnaswamy’s office at (714) 379-3221.

    Where did Dr. Krishnaswamy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: L A Co-Usc Med Ctr, Infectious Diseases; Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital

    Is Dr. Krishnaswamy board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Krishnaswamy speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Krishnaswamy treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Krishnaswamy 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. Krishnaswamy. 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    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:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Severe Obesity
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Excess Weight
    • Being Overweight
    • High BMI
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E669: Obesity, unspecified
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication
    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Low Body Mass Index (BMI)
    • Body Weight
    • Underweight BMI
    • Low BMI in adults
    • BMI below 19.9

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z681: Body mass index [BMI] 19.9 or less, adult

    Also known as:

    • Prediabetes
    • Insulin Resistance & Prediabetes
    • Borderline diabetes
    • Insulin resistance
    • High blood sugar (not yet diabetes)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7303: Prediabetes

    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:

    • Low Back Pain
    • Back Pain
    • Lumbago
    • Lower Back Ache
    • Backache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M5450: Low back pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Elevated Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • High Blood Pressure Reading
    • Prehypertension
    • Borderline High Blood Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R030: Elevated blood-pressure reading, without diagnosis of hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight
    • Body Weight
    • Normal Weight
    • Body Mass Index
    • Optimal Weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6824: Body mass index [BMI] 24.0-24.9, adult

    What procedures does Dr. Krishnaswamy perform?

    As a Internist, Dr. Krishnaswamy 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. Krishnaswamy. 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.

    Also known as:

    • Colonoscopy with Biopsy
    • Colonoscopy
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
    • Flexible Colonoscopy
    • Colon Biopsy
    • Large Intestine Scope
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening

    CPT Codes:

    • 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Also known as:

    • Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
    • Biopsy
    • Endoscopy
    • EGD with Biopsy
    • Gastroscopy with Biopsy
    • Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy

    CPT Codes:

    • 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple

    Does Dr. Krishnaswamy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Krishnaswamy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 379-3221 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Krishnaswamy accept in Westminster, CA?

    Dr. Krishnaswamy in Westminster, 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

    • Alliant Techsystems

    • Blue Shield of California

    • CalOptima

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Krishnaswamy's office located?

    Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy's Primary Practice

    7955 Westminster Blvd

    Westminster, CA 92683

    (714) 379-3221

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

    Dr. Krishnaswamy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1548479140.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Krishnaswamy?

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

    What is Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy's specialty?

    Dr. Krishnaswamy is a Internist near Westminster, CA.

    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.

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    Is this Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Krishnaswamy is affiliated with UCI Medical Center, Hoag Hospital Newport Beach, UCI Health - Fountain Valley, AHMC Anaheim Regional Medical Center 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 Aruna Krishnaswamy accepting new patients in Westminster, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnaswamy's office at (714) 379-3221 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Aruna Krishnaswamy?

    Please contact Dr. Krishnaswamy's office at (714) 379-3221 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy have?

    Dr. Aruna Krishnaswamy is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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