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34 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Anesthesiologist in Edina, MN?
Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Edina, MN with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 34 years and is board certified. Dr. Rao completed her residency at Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (612) 873-3073.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cleveland Clinic Fndn, Anesthesiology
Medical School: Lady Hardinge Med Coll- Univ Of Delhi- New Delhi- Delhi- India
Is Dr. Rao board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Cataract
- Cloudy Lens
- Lens Opacity
- Eye Clouding
ICD-10 Codes:
- H269: Unspecified cataract
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 pain after medical procedure
- Pain
- Acute post-operative pain
- Pain after surgery
- Post-procedural pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8918: Other acute postprocedural pain
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao 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. Rao's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (612) 873-3073 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Edina, MN?
Dr. Rao in Edina, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
HealthPartners
IMCare
Medica Group
Medicare
PrimeWest Health
State of Minnesota
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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 1841243136.
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. Udayalakshmi Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Anesthesiologist near Edina, MN.
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. Udayalakshmi Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with M Health Fairview Southdale Hospital which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Udayalakshmi Rao accepting new patients in Edina, MN?
Yes, Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (612) 873-3073 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Udayalakshmi Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (612) 873-3073 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao have?
Dr. Udayalakshmi Rao is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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