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Dr. Chintalapati Varma

Dr. Chintalapati Varma

Surgeon, Transplant Surgeon

Saint Louis, MO

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Varma, Surgeon in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Chintalapati Varma is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Saint Louis, MO with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Varma is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Varma’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Varma’s office at (314) 257-3760.

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

    • Fellowship: Icahn School of Medicine At Mount Sinai (NYC)

    • Medical School: UNIVERSITY OF POONA

    What languages does Dr. Varma speak?

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

    • English
    • Hindi
    • Telugu

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Varma typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Varma 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. Varma. 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:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
    • Drug level testing
    • Medication monitoring
    • Therapeutic drug management

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring

    Also known as:

    • Kidney Transplant Aftercare
    • Kidney Transplantation
    • Post-kidney transplant care
    • Kidney transplant follow-up
    • Renal transplant recovery

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z4822: Encounter for aftercare following kidney transplant

    Also known as:

    • Liver Transplant
    • Liver Transplantation
    • Hepatic Transplant
    • Liver Graft
    • New Liver

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z944: Liver transplant status

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Varma typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Chintalapati Varma may include:

    Please contact Dr. Varma's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Varma accept my insurance?

    Dr. Varma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (314) 257-3760 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Varma accept in Saint Louis, MO?

    Dr. Varma in Saint Louis, MO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Medicare

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    Where is Dr. Varma's office located?

    Dr. Chintalapati Varma's Primary Practice

    10101 Woodfield Ln

    Saint Louis, MO 63132

    (314) 257-3760

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    Dr. Chintalapati Varma's Practice 2

    3660 Vista Ave Ste 302

    Saint Louis, MO 63110

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    Dr. Chintalapati Varma's Practice 3

    1225 S Grand Blvd

    Saint Louis, MO 63104

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

    Dr. Varma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1083665574.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Varma?

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

    What is Dr. Chintalapati Varma's specialty?

    Dr. Varma is a Surgeon near Saint Louis, MO.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Chintalapati Varma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Varma is affiliated with Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - Lake Saint Louis, Anderson Hospital, University Hospital - Mu Health Care, Ssm Health St. Joseph Hospital - St. Charles 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 Dr. Chintalapati Varma accepting new patients in Saint Louis, MO?

    Yes, Dr. Chintalapati Varma is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Chintalapati Varma offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (314) 257-3760 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Chintalapati Varma?

    Please contact Dr. Varma's office at (314) 257-3760 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Varma's office located?

    Dr. Varma's office is located in Saint Louis, MO.