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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. Dr. Karipineni is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karipineni’s practice accepts Medicare 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 a Surgeon like Dr. Karipineni typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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:
- Hyperparathyroidism
- Parathyroid Disorder
- Overactive Parathyroid Gland
- High Parathyroid Hormone
- PTH Overproduction
ICD-10 Codes:
- E213: Hyperparathyroidism, unspecified
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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Karipineni typically perform?
As a Surgeon, Dr. Karipineni 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. 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Total Thyroid Removal
- Removal of One Side of Thyroid Gland
- Thyroid Gland Removal for Cancer with Lymph Node Dissection
- Complete thyroidectomy
- Thyroid gland removal
- Thyroid surgery
- Unilateral Thyroid Lobectomy
- Thyroid Lobe Removal
- Partial Thyroidectomy
- Isthmusectomy
- Total Thyroidectomy for Cancer
- Subtotal Thyroidectomy with Neck Dissection
- Thyroid Cancer Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60240: Thyroidectomy, total or complete
- 60220: Total thyroid lobectomy, unilateral; with or without isthmusectomy
- 60252: Thyroidectomy, total or subtotal for malignancy; with limited neck dissection
Also known as:
- Parathyroid Gland Removal or Exploration
- Parathyroidectomy
- Parathyroid Gland Surgery
- Hyperparathyroidism Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 60500: Parathyroidectomy or exploration of parathyroid(s);
Also known as:
- Modified Radical Neck Dissection
- Cervical Lymph Node Removal
- Neck Lymphadenectomy
- Neck Dissection Surgery
- Lymph Node Biopsy Neck
CPT Codes:
- 38724: Cervical lymphadenectomy (modified radical neck dissection)
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Gallbladder Removal
- Cholecystectomy
- Gallbladder Surgery
- Laparoscopic Cholecystectomy
CPT Codes:
- 47600: Cholecystectomy;
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 Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Bright Health
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Medicare
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealth Group
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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.
What does a Surgeon do?
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.
Is this Dr. Farah Karipineni affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karipineni is affiliated with Community Regional Medical Center - Fresno, Kaweah Health Medical Center, Clovis Community 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 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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