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24 Years of Experience
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Who is Dr. Rao, Internist in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Kalpana Rao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Columbia, MO with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years. Dr. Rao completed her residency at Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, General Surgery. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (573) 814-6000.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Contra Costra Reg Med Ctr, Family Medicine; Univ Of S Ca/Lac & Usc, General Surgery
Medical School: Kasturba Med Coll- Mysore Univ- Mangalore- Karnataka- India
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Rao treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Foot Ulcer
- Type 2 Diabetes with Chronic Kidney Disease
- Type 2 Diabetes with Autonomic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Foot
- Diabetic Kidney Problems
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Autonomic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Foot Wound
- Foot Sore from Diabetes
- Diabetic Ulcer
- Diabetic Chronic Kidney Disease
- Long-term Kidney Failure from Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes End-Stage Renal Disease
- Diabetic Autonomic Nerve Damage
- Autonomic Nerve Problems from Diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Nerve Problems
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E11621: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with foot ulcer
- E1122: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic chronic kidney disease
- E1143: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic autonomic (poly)neuropathy
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
- Atherosclerosis
- Coronary Artery Disease
- Silent Coronary Artery Disease
- Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as an Internist?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Kalpana Rao may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Rao's office.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (573) 814-6000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Columbia, MO?
Dr. Rao in Columbia, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
AmeriBen
Department of Veterans Affairs
Florida Blue / Guidewell
HealthComp
Medicare
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1962452011.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Kalpana Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Internist near Columbia, MO.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Kalpana Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Rao is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
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Is Kalpana Rao accepting new patients in Columbia, MO?
Yes, Dr. Kalpana Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Kalpana Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (573) 814-6000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Kalpana Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (573) 814-6000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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