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Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah, MD

Miami, FL

21 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Seetharamaiah, Surgeon in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Miami, FL with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified. Dr. Seetharamaiah completed her residency at Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery. Dr. Seetharamaiah is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Seetharamaiah’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Seetharamaiah’s office.

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

    • Residency: Univ Of Ms Sch Of Med, General Surgery; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, General Surgery

    • Medical School: Mysore Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mysore- Karnataka- India

    Is Dr. Seetharamaiah board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Seetharamaiah speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Seetharamaiah treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Seetharamaiah 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. Seetharamaiah. 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:

    • Gallstones with Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Bile Duct Disease
    • Gallstones
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Acute cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Gallbladder attack with stones
    • Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
    • Long-term gallbladder inflammation
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8000: Calculus of gallbladder with acute cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis
    • Appendicitis
    • Inflamed Appendix
    • Sudden Appendix Inflammation
    • Appendicitis Attack

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3580: Unspecified acute appendicitis

    Also known as:

    • Severe Obesity
    • Obesity
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
    • Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity
    • Class 3 Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    What procedures does Dr. Seetharamaiah perform?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Seetharamaiah 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. Seetharamaiah. 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:

    • Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
    • Small Abdominal Hernia Repair
    • Abdominal Hernia Repair with Mesh
    • Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
    • Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
    • Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
    • Ventral hernia repair
    • Umbilical hernia surgery
    • Epigastric hernia repair with mesh
    • Incisional hernia repair
    • Ventral Hernia Repair
    • Umbilical Hernia Repair
    • Incisional Hernia Repair
    • Epigastric Hernia Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
    • 49591: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); less than 3 cm, reducible
    • 49593: Repair of anterior abdominal hernia(s) (ie, epigastric, incisional, ventral, umbilical, spigelian), any approach (ie, open, laparoscopic, robotic), initial, including implantation of mesh or other prosthesis when performed, total length of defect(s); 3 cm to 10 cm, reducible

    Also known as:

    • Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
    • Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
    • Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
    • Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy

    Also known as:

    • Inserting a Long-Term IV Port (Central Line)
    • Tunneled central venous catheter insertion
    • Subcutaneous port placement
    • Central line with port

    CPT Codes:

    • 36561: Insertion of tunneled centrally inserted central venous access device, with subcutaneous port; age 5 years or older

    Also known as:

    • Tunneled Central Venous Catheter Removal
    • Central Line Explant
    • Port-a-Cath Removal
    • Implantable Venous Access Device Removal
    • Tunneled Catheter Extraction

    CPT Codes:

    • 36590: Removal of tunneled central venous access device, with subcutaneous port or pump, central or peripheral insertion

    Also known as:

    • Intermediate Wound Repair (Body)
    • Intermediate Wound Repair (2.5 cm or less)
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Laceration Repair (Body)
    • Surgical Wound Closure (Trunk/Limbs)
    • Deep Wound Stitching (Body)
    • Complex Wound Closure
    • Deep Wound Stitching
    • Injury Repair

    CPT Codes:

    • 12032: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.6 cm to 7.5 cm
    • 12031: Repair, intermediate, wounds of scalp, axillae, trunk and/or extremities (excluding hands and feet); 2.5 cm or less

    Also known as:

    • Removal of Large Soft Tissue Tumor (Back/Flank)
    • Subcutaneous Tumor Excision (Back)
    • Flank Tumor Removal
    • Large Soft Tissue Mass Excision
    • Back Tumor Surgery

    CPT Codes:

    • 21931: Excision, tumor, soft tissue of back or flank, subcutaneous; 3 cm or greater

    Does Dr. Seetharamaiah accept my insurance?

    Dr. Seetharamaiah accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Seetharamaiah accept in Miami, FL?

    Dr. Seetharamaiah in Miami, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • AvMed Health Plan

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska

    • Crown Cork and Seal Company

    • Doctors HealthCare Plans, Inc.

    • Express Scripts

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • Oscar Health Insurance Co

    • State of Tennessee

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    Where is Dr. Seetharamaiah's office located?

    Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah's Primary Practice

    15955 SW 96th St Ste 102

    Miami, FL 33196

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    Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah's Practice 2

    975 Baptist Way Ste 201

    Homestead, FL 33033

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    Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah's Practice 3

    6200 Sunset Dr Ste 502

    South Miami, FL 33143

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

    Dr. Seetharamaiah's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1821291469.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Seetharamaiah?

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

    What is Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah's specialty?

    Dr. Seetharamaiah is a Surgeon near Miami, FL. 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. Seetharamaiah to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Seetharamaiah is affiliated with West Kendall Baptist Hospital, Homestead Hospital, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital, Baptist Hospital of Miami, Doctors' Hospital - Coral Gables (FL) 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 Rupa Seetharamaiah accepting new patients in Miami, FL?

    Yes, Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah offer online booking?

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

    How can I make an appointment with Rupa Seetharamaiah?

    Please contact Dr. Seetharamaiah's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah have?

    Dr. Rupa Seetharamaiah is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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