Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Dakkuri, Specialist in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Rami Dakkuri, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Santa Cruz, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Dakkuri graduated from Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine and completed his residency at Virginia Mason Medical Center. He is a member of the American College of Surgeons. Northern California Chapter American College of Surgeons. Dr. Dakkuri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Dakkuri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Dakkuri’s office at (831) 477-2350.
Where did Dr. Dakkuri go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Virginia Mason Medical Center | Virginia Mason Medical Center
Medical School: Michigan State University, College of Human Medicine
Is Dr. Dakkuri board certified as a Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rami Dakkuri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery
What languages does Dr. Dakkuri speak?
Dr. Dakkuri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Dakkuri typically treat?
As a Specialist, Dr. Dakkuri 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. Dakkuri. 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:
- Groin Hernia (One Side)
- Hernia
- Inguinal Hernia
- Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
- Single Groin Hernia
- Hernia in One Groin
ICD-10 Codes:
- K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent
Also known as:
- Breast Cancer
- Upper-Outer Quadrant Right Female Breast Cancer
- Female Breast Cancer
- Malignant Breast Tumor
- Breast Carcinoma
- Right female breast cancer upper-outer
- Upper-outer right female breast tumor
- Malignant growth in upper-outer right female breast
ICD-10 Codes:
- C50412: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of left female breast
- C50411: Malignant neoplasm of upper-outer quadrant of right female breast
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Gallstones
- Cholelithiasis
- Gallbladder stones
- Biliary calculi
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction
What procedures does a Specialist like Dr. Dakkuri typically perform?
As a Specialist, Dr. Dakkuri performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Dakkuri. 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:
- Skin Flap Surgery (Medium)
- Adjacent Tissue Transfer (Additional Area)
- Tissue Rearrangement Surgery
- Local Flap Surgery
- Skin Graft (Adjacent Tissue)
- Skin Flap Surgery
- Tissue Rearrangement
- Local Flap Reconstruction
CPT Codes:
- 14301: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; defect 30.1 sq cm to 60.0 sq cm
- 14302: Adjacent tissue transfer or rearrangement, any area; each additional 30.0 sq cm, or part thereof (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Partial Mastectomy
- Mastectomy
- Lumpectomy
- Breast conserving surgery
- Quadrantectomy
- Segmentectomy
CPT Codes:
- 19301: Mastectomy, partial (eg, lumpectomy, tylectomy, quadrantectomy, segmentectomy);
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Inguinal Hernia Repair
- Keyhole Groin Hernia Surgery
- Minimally Invasive Hernia Repair
- Laparoscopic Hernioplasty
CPT Codes:
- 49650: Laparoscopy, surgical; repair initial inguinal hernia
Also known as:
- Laparoscopic Gallbladder Removal
- Keyhole Gallbladder Surgery
- Cholecystectomy Laparoscopic
- Minimally Invasive Gallbladder Surgery
CPT Codes:
- 47562: Laparoscopy, surgical; cholecystectomy
Also known as:
- Deep Armpit Lymph Node Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Axillary Lymph Node Excision
- Open Axillary Node Biopsy
- Underarm Lymph Node Removal
CPT Codes:
- 38525: Biopsy or excision of lymph node(s); open, deep axillary node(s)
Also known as:
- Sentinel Lymph Node Mapping
- Lymph Node Identification
- Sentinel Node Biopsy (Mapping)
- Dye Injection for Lymph Nodes
CPT Codes:
- 38900: Intraoperative identification (eg, mapping) of sentinel lymph node(s) includes injection of non-radioactive dye, when performed (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Does Dr. Dakkuri accept my insurance?
Dr. Dakkuri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (831) 477-2350 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Dakkuri accept in Santa Cruz, CA?
Dr. Dakkuri in Santa Cruz, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
BCBS Unspecified
Blue Shield of California
Commonwealth Care Alliance
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicare
Santa Cruz County
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Dakkuri's office located?
Dr. Rami Dakkuri's Primary Practice
2911 Chanticleer Ave
Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 477-2350
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
American College of Surgeons. Northern California Chapter American College of Surgeons
Fellow
What is Dr. Dakkuri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Dakkuri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558318758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Dakkuri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Dakkuri
What is Dr. Rami Dakkuri's specialty?
Dr. Dakkuri is a Specialist near Santa Cruz, CA.
Is this Dr. Rami Dakkuri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Dakkuri is affiliated with Sutter Maternity & Surgery Center Of Santa Cruz, Mills-Peninsula 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
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Is Rami Dakkuri accepting new patients in Santa Cruz, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rami Dakkuri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rami Dakkuri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Dakkuri's office at (831) 477-2350 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rami Dakkuri?
Please contact Dr. Dakkuri's office at (831) 477-2350 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rami Dakkuri have?
Dr. Rami Dakkuri is certified by the American Board of Surgery.
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