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Who is Dr. Thimmappa, Pediatric Otolaryngologist in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa, MD is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, who primarily practices in Loma Linda, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Thimmappa is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thimmappa’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thimmappa’s office at (909) 558-2822.
What languages does Dr. Thimmappa speak?
Dr. Thimmappa and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Thimmappa treat?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, Dr. Thimmappa 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. Thimmappa. 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:
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- Breathing Pauses During Sleep
- Snoring Disorder
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4730: Sleep apnea, unspecified
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils
- Tonsil hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils
- Big tonsils
ICD-10 Codes:
- J351: Hypertrophy of tonsils
Also known as:
- Nosebleed
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Epistaxis
- Bleeding nose
- Nasal hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- R040: Epistaxis
Also known as:
- Enlarged Tonsils and Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Tonsil and adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen tonsils and adenoids
- Big tonsils and adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J353: Hypertrophy of tonsils with hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Developmental Speech and Language Disorder
- Speech and Communication Disorder
- Childhood Language Delay
- Global Speech Delay
- Unspecified Communication Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F809: Developmental disorder of speech and language, unspecified
Also known as:
- Recurrent Acute Tonsillitis
- Chronic Tonsillitis
- Tonsillitis
- Repeated tonsil infection
- Recurring tonsillitis
- Chronic tonsillitis
- Persistent tonsil infection
- Long-term tonsil inflammation
- Recurrent tonsillitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0391: Acute recurrent tonsillitis, unspecified
- J3501: Chronic tonsillitis
Also known as:
- Snoring
- Loud breathing during sleep
- Noisy sleep
- Obstructive snoring
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0683: Snoring
Also known as:
- Enlarged Adenoids
- Adenoids
- Adenoid hypertrophy
- Swollen adenoids
- Big adenoids
ICD-10 Codes:
- J352: Hypertrophy of adenoids
Also known as:
- Blocked Earwax
- Ear Disorder
- Impacted earwax
- Earwax impaction
- Excess earwax
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6123: Impacted cerumen, bilateral
Also known as:
- Conductive Hearing Loss
- Hearing Loss
- Hearing Disorder and Deafness
- Nonsyndromic hearing loss
- Sound transmission hearing loss
- Outer or middle ear hearing loss
- Temporary hearing loss
- Hearing Impairment
- Deafness
- Poor Hearing
ICD-10 Codes:
- H900: Conductive hearing loss, bilateral
- H9190: Unspecified hearing loss, unspecified ear
Also known as:
- Having Ear Tubes
- Tympanostomy tubes
- Grommets
- Ventilation tubes
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9622: Myringotomy tube(s) status
Also known as:
- Stuffy Nose
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Blocked nose
- Nasal congestion
- Congested nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0981: Nasal congestion
Also known as:
- Nose and Sinus Disorder
- Nose Injuries and Disorder
- Nasal problems
- Sinus problems
- Nose and sinus conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- J3489: Other specified disorders of nose and nasal sinuses
Also known as:
- Tongue-Tie
- Birth Defects
- Tongue Disorder
- Ankyloglossia
- Short Lingual Frenulum
- Tied Tongue
ICD-10 Codes:
- Q381: Ankyloglossia
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral
Also known as:
- Neurological Disorder
- Neurologic Disease
- Nervous System Diseases
- Brain Disorders
- Spinal Cord Conditions
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z8669: Personal history of other diseases of the nervous system and sense organs
Also known as:
- Allergic Rhinitis
- Allergy
- Nasal allergies
- Allergy rhinitis
- Chronic runny nose
ICD-10 Codes:
- J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Thimmappa perform as a Pediatric Otolaryngologist?
As a Pediatric Otolaryngologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa may include:
- Adenoidectomy Consultation
- Adenoidectomy Follow Up
- Allergy Consultation
- Balloon Sinuplasty (BSP)
- Cancer Screening
- Cochlear Implant
- Ear Deformity and Reconstruction
- Ear Surgery Consultation
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Thimmappa's office.
Does Dr. Thimmappa accept my insurance?
Dr. Thimmappa accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (909) 558-2822 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Thimmappa accept in Loma Linda, CA?
Dr. Thimmappa in Loma Linda, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
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Where is Dr. Thimmappa's office located?
Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa's Primary Practice
11234 Anderson St
Loma Linda, CA 92350
(909) 558-2822
What is Dr. Thimmappa's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Thimmappa's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053756452.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thimmappa?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Thimmappa
What is Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa's specialty?
Dr. Thimmappa is a Pediatric Otolaryngologist near Loma Linda, CA. A pediatric otolaryngologist specializes in managing infants and children with congenital and acquired conditions of the aerodigestive tract, nose, sinuses, ears, and other head and neck areas. They have expertise in diagnosing and treating childhood disorders related to voice, speech, language, and hearing. Contact Dr. Thimmappa to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Thimmappa is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Fontana Medical Center 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 Vikrum Thimmappa accepting new patients in Loma Linda, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vikrum Thimmappa offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Thimmappa's office at (909) 558-2822 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vikrum Thimmappa?
Please contact Dr. Thimmappa's office at (909) 558-2822 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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