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Dr. Janani Umakanthan, MD

Pediatrician

San Marcos, CA

16 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Umakanthan, Pediatrician in San Marcos, CA?

    Dr. Janani Umakanthan, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in San Marcos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Umakanthan is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Umakanthan’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Umakanthan’s office at (760) 736-6780.

    Is Dr. Umakanthan board certified as a Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Janani Umakanthan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Umakanthan speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Pediatrician like Dr. Umakanthan typically treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Umakanthan 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. Umakanthan. 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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Medical Certificate Issuance
    • Miscellaneous Medical Certificate
    • Special Medical Note
    • Other Health Clearance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0279: Encounter for issue of other medical certificate

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Throat pain
    • Pharyngitis
    • Throat discomfort

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R070: Pain in throat

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J111: Influenza due to unidentified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Non-Infectious Gastroenteritis and Colitis
    • Digestive Disease
    • Inflammation of Stomach and Intestines
    • Non-Bacterial Colitis
    • Gut Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K529: Noninfective gastroenteritis and colitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pediatrician like Dr. Umakanthan typically perform?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by Dr. Janani Umakanthan may include:

    Please contact Dr. Umakanthan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Umakanthan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Umakanthan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 736-6780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Umakanthan accept in San Marcos, CA?

    Dr. Umakanthan in San Marcos, 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)

    • Kaiser Permanente

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    Where is Dr. Umakanthan's office located?

    Dr. Janani Umakanthan's Primary Practice

    150 Valpreda Rd

    San Marcos, CA 92069

    (760) 736-6780

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    Dr. Janani Umakanthan's Practice 2

    4650 W Sunset Blvd

    Los Angeles, CA 90027

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    Dr. Janani Umakanthan's Practice 3

    1011 Baldwin Park Blvd

    Baldwin Park, CA 91706

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

    Dr. Umakanthan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972712503.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Umakanthan?

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

    What is Dr. Janani Umakanthan's specialty?

    Dr. Umakanthan is a Pediatrician near San Marcos, CA.

    What does a Pediatrician do?

    A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development.

    Is Dr. Janani Umakanthan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Umakanthan is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Orange County - Anaheim Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente West Los Angeles 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

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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pediatrician. 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 Dr. Janani Umakanthan accepting new patients in San Marcos, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Janani Umakanthan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Janani Umakanthan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Umakanthan's office at (760) 736-6780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Janani Umakanthan?

    Please contact Dr. Umakanthan's office at (760) 736-6780 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Umakanthan's office located?

    Dr. Umakanthan's offices are located in San Marcos, CA, Los Angeles, CA, and Baldwin Park, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Janani Umakanthan have?

    Dr. Janani Umakanthan is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.