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Who is Dr. Puppala, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. Vivek Puppala, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Vallejo, CA. Dr. Puppala graduated from New York Medical College. Dr. Puppala is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puppala’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puppala’s office at (707) 651-3785.
Where did Dr. Puppala go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: New York Medical College
What languages does Dr. Puppala speak?
Dr. Puppala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Puppala treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Puppala 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. Puppala. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Which procedures does Dr. Puppala perform as an Emergency Medicine Specialist?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vivek Puppala may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puppala's office.
Does Dr. Puppala accept my insurance?
Dr. Puppala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (707) 651-3785 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puppala accept in Vallejo, CA?
Dr. Puppala in Vallejo, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Central Health
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Samaritan Health Services
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puppala's office located?
What is Dr. Puppala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puppala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1972772275.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puppala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puppala
What is Dr. Vivek Puppala's specialty?
Dr. Puppala is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Vallejo, CA. An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries. Contact Dr. Puppala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Vivek Puppala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puppala is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente Vallejo Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
Where can I learn more about Emergency Medicine Specialist?
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Is Vivek Puppala accepting new patients in Vallejo, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vivek Puppala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vivek Puppala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puppala's office at (707) 651-3785 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vivek Puppala?
Please contact Dr. Puppala's office at (707) 651-3785 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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