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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Vakani, Hospitalist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Vishal Vakani is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Vakani is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakani’s office at (315) 798-8173.
What languages does Dr. Vakani speak?
Dr. Vakani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vakani typically treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Vakani 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. Vakani. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does a Hospitalist like Dr. Vakani typically perform?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by Dr. Vishal Vakani may include:
Please contact Dr. Vakani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Vakani accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (315) 798-8173 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vakani accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Vakani in Escondido, 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
Conifer Health Solutions
Medicare
Molina Healthcare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Service Employees International Union (SEIU)
Sharp HealthCare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Vakani's office located?
Dr. Vishal Vakani's Primary Practice
2185 Citracado Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92029
(315) 798-8173
What is Dr. Vakani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306257613.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakani
What is Dr. Vishal Vakani's specialty?
Dr. Vakani is a Hospitalist near Escondido, CA.
What does a Hospitalist do?
Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays.
Is this Dr. Vishal Vakani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Vakani is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Healthalliance Hospital, Wynn Hospital, Kaiser Permanente Riverside Medical Center, Vassar Brothers 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 Vishal Vakani accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vishal Vakani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vishal Vakani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakani's office at (315) 798-8173 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vishal Vakani?
Please contact Dr. Vakani's office at (315) 798-8173 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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