GP
31 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prasad, Anesthesiologist in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Ganesh Prasad, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Escondido, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 31 years and is board certified. Dr. Prasad completed his residency at Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Prasad is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Prasad’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prasad’s office at (559) 324-4000.
Where did Dr. Prasad go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Henry Ford Hosp, Anesthesiology; Maryland Gen Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | Henry Ford Hospital
Medical School: Goa Med Coll- Goa Univ- Panaji- Daman & Diu- Goa- India | University of Bombay Goa Medical Collage
Is Dr. Prasad board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Prasad, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Prasad speak?
Dr. Prasad and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prasad typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Prasad 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. Prasad. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
- Gallbladder Disease
- Sudden Gallbladder Attack
- Acute Cholecystitis
- Sudden Gallbladder Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- K810: Acute cholecystitis
Also known as:
- Acute pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
- Unusual Lung Scan Results
- Atypical Lung Imaging
- Nonspecific Lung Abnormality
ICD-10 Codes:
- R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field
Also known as:
- Bone Infection
- Osteomyelitis
- Infected Bone
- Bone Inflammation
- Bone Infection Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M869: Osteomyelitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sterilization Procedure
- Tubal Ligation
- Vasectomy
- Permanent contraception
- Tubal ligation
- Surgical birth control
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z302: Encounter for sterilization
Also known as:
- Uncomplicated Childbirth
- Childbirth
- Normal Delivery
- Natural Birth
- Vaginal Delivery
ICD-10 Codes:
- O80: Encounter for full-term uncomplicated delivery
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Prasad typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ganesh Prasad may include:
- Airway Management
- Anesthesia Consultation
- Anti-Ischemic Therapy
- Anti-Viral Therapy
- Arterial Blood Gas Sampling
- Balloon Pump
- Critical Care Anesthesia
- Endotracheal Intubation
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prasad accept my insurance?
Dr. Prasad accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (559) 324-4000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prasad accept in Escondido, CA?
Dr. Prasad 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 Commercial
All Other Territories
All Other Third Party
AlphaCare
Blue Shield of California
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Inland Empire
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Prasad's office located?
Dr. Ganesh Prasad's Primary Practice
2185 Citracado Pkwy
Escondido, CA 92029
(559) 324-4000
What is Dr. Prasad's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prasad's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649223983.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prasad?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prasad
What is Dr. Ganesh Prasad's specialty?
Dr. Prasad is a Anesthesiologist near Escondido, CA.
What does an Anesthesiologist do?
A physician specialist in pain management and maintaining or restoring a stable state during and right after surgical, obstetric, or diagnostic operations is known as an anesthesiologist. This specialist assesses each patient's risk of surgery and tries to improve their condition before to, during, and following the procedure. Anesthesiologists provide medical management, pain management, and critical care consults in addition to these vital management responsibilities. They are responsible for managing patients with severe illnesses or injuries, supervising the recovery period following anesthesia, directing resuscitation efforts for patients experiencing cardiac or respiratory emergencies that may require artificial ventilation, and diagnosing and treating both acute and chronic pain, including pain related to cancer.
Is this Dr. Ganesh Prasad affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prasad is affiliated with Eisenhower Health Main Campus, Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Palomar Medical Center Poway, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Anesthesiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.
Is Ganesh Prasad accepting new patients in Escondido, CA?
Yes, Dr. Ganesh Prasad is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ganesh Prasad offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (559) 324-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ganesh Prasad?
Please contact Dr. Prasad's office at (559) 324-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ganesh Prasad have?
Dr. Ganesh Prasad is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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