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Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam, MD

Merced, CA

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Maruthachalam, Family Medicine Specialist in Merced, CA?

    Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Merced, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Maruthachalam graduated from Butler University in Indianapolis. Dr. Maruthachalam is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Maruthachalam’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Maruthachalam’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Butler University in Indianapolis | Acharya Shri Chander College of Medical Sciences | Coimbatore Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Maruthachalam speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Maruthachalam typically treat?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Maruthachalam 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. Maruthachalam. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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:

    • 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:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1169: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with other specified complication

    Also known as:

    • Diabetes Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Blood Sugar Test
    • Diabetes Mellitus Screening
    • Glucose Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z131: Encounter for screening for diabetes mellitus

    What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Maruthachalam typically perform?

    As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam may include:

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

    Does Dr. Maruthachalam accept my insurance?

    Dr. Maruthachalam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Maruthachalam accept in Merced, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Alignment Healthcare

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Centene Corporation

    • Conifer Health Solutions

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Imperial Health Holdings

    • Medicare

    • Santa Cruz County

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Maruthachalam's office located?

    Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam's Primary Practice

    3940 Sandpiper Ave

    Merced, CA 95340

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    Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam's Practice 2

    127 W El Portal Dr Ste B

    Merced, CA 95348

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    Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam's Practice 3

    9235 E Broadway St

    Planada, CA 95365

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    What hospitals are Dr. Maruthachalam affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Maruthachalam has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

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

    Dr. Maruthachalam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437369170.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Maruthachalam?

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

    What is Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam's specialty?

    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 Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Maruthachalam is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, Memorial Hospital Los Banos 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

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family Medicine Specialist. 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. Ramaa Maruthachalam accepting new patients in Merced, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Maruthachalam's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Ramaa Maruthachalam?

    Please contact Dr. Maruthachalam's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Maruthachalam's office located?

    Dr. Maruthachalam's offices are located in Merced, CA and Planada, CA.