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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Karipineni, Surgeon in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Farah Karipineni, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Fresno, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Karipineni is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karipineni’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karipineni’s office at (559) 435-6600.
What languages does Dr. Karipineni speak?
Dr. Karipineni and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Karipineni treat?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Karipineni 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. Karipineni. 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:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Primary Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Familial isolated hyperparathyroidism
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
- E210: Primary hyperparathyroidism
Also known as:
- Single Nontoxic Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Disease
- Benign Thyroid Nodule
- Solitary Thyroid Nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- E041: Nontoxic single thyroid nodule
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Thyroid Cancer
- Thyroid Carcinoma
- Malignant Thyroid Nodule
- Thyroid Gland Cancer
ICD-10 Codes:
- C73: Malignant neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Goiter
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Enlarged Thyroid Gland
- Simple Goiter
- Thyroid Swelling
- Autoimmune thyroiditis', 'Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis', 'Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E049: Nontoxic goiter, unspecified
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Hyperthyroidism
- Graves' Disease
- Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid)
- Graves' disease
- Graves Disease
- Overactive Thyroid
- Thyrotoxicosis
- High Thyroid Function
- Hyperthyroidism with Goiter
- Toxic Diffuse Goiter
- Overactive Thyroid with Enlarged Gland
ICD-10 Codes:
- E0590: Thyrotoxicosis, unspecified without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
- E0500: Thyrotoxicosis with diffuse goiter without thyrotoxic crisis or storm
Also known as:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Umbilical Hernia
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
- Belly Button Hernia
- Navel Hernia
- Umbilical Rupture
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
- K429: Umbilical hernia without obstruction or gangrene
Also known as:
- Nontoxic Multinodular Goiter
- Thyroid Disease
- Multinodular Goiter
- Lumpy Enlarged Thyroid
ICD-10 Codes:
- E042: Nontoxic multinodular goiter
Also known as:
- Post-Surgery Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Postoperative Underactive Thyroid
- Thyroid Failure After Surgery
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E890: Postprocedural hypothyroidism
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenal Problems
- Adrenal Disease
- Adrenal Dysfunction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E278: Other specified disorders of adrenal gland
Also known as:
- Endocrine or Nervous System Tumor of Unspecified Behavior
- Endocrine Gland Neoplasm
- Nervous System Neoplasm
- Unspecified Gland Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D497: Neoplasm of unspecified behavior of endocrine glands and other parts of nervous system
Also known as:
- Benign Thyroid Tumor
- Benign Tumor
- Thyroid Disease
- Non-cancerous thyroid growth
- Benign thyroid neoplasm
- Thyroid nodule
ICD-10 Codes:
- D34: Benign neoplasm of thyroid gland
Also known as:
- Localized Swollen Lymph Nodes
- Enlarged glands in one area
- Local lymphadenopathy
- Swollen glands
ICD-10 Codes:
- R590: Localized enlarged lymph nodes
Which procedures does Dr. Karipineni perform as a Surgeon?
As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Farah Karipineni may include:
- Abdominal Wall Reconstruction
- Amputation
- Appendicitis / Appendectomy
- Brain Aneurysm Treatment
- Brain Surgery
- Brain Tumor Evaluation
- Central Line Placement
- Cerebral Shunt
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Karipineni's office.
Does Dr. Karipineni accept my insurance?
Dr. Karipineni accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 435-6600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karipineni accept in Fresno, CA?
Dr. Karipineni in Fresno, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Blue Cross
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
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Where is Dr. Karipineni's office located?
Dr. Farah Karipineni's Primary Practice
2335 E Kashian Ln Ste 220
Fresno, CA 93701
(559) 435-6600
What is Dr. Karipineni's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karipineni's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1164718524.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karipineni?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karipineni
What is Dr. Farah Karipineni's specialty?
Dr. Karipineni is a Surgeon near Fresno, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Karipineni to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Farah Karipineni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karipineni is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Farah Karipineni accepting new patients in Fresno, CA?
Yes, Dr. Farah Karipineni is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Farah Karipineni offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karipineni's office at (559) 435-6600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Farah Karipineni?
Please contact Dr. Karipineni's office at (559) 435-6600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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