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19 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Anatomic Pathologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 19 years and is board certified. Dr. Rao completed his residency at UCLA. Dr. Rao is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office at (310) 794-8285.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: UCLA
Is Dr. Rao board certified as an Anatomic Pathologist?
Yes, Dr. Dinesh Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
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 Anatomic Pathologist, 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 White Blood Cell Count
- Lymphocytosis
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
- High lymphocyte count
- Elevated lymphocytes
- Lymphocyte increase
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
- D72820: Lymphocytosis (symptomatic)
Also known as:
- Acute Myeloid Leukemia
- Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia
- Acute Lymphocytic Leukemia
- AML Leukemia
- Acute Myeloblastic Leukemia
- Acute Myelogenous Leukemia
- ALL
- Acute lymphocytic leukemia
- Lymphoblastic leukemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9200: Acute myeloblastic leukemia, not having achieved remission
- C9100: Acute lymphoblastic leukemia not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Monoclonal Gammopathy
- Blood and Bone Marrow Disorder
- Blood Disorder
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ)
- Bone Marrow Disease
- MGUS
- Plasma Cell Disorder
- Gammopathy of Undetermined Significance
- Hematologic Conditions
- Diseases of Blood-Forming Organs
ICD-10 Codes:
- D472: Monoclonal gammopathy
- D759: Disease of blood and blood-forming organs, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Types of Pancytopenia
- Blood Disorder
- Rare pancytopenia
- Uncommon low blood counts
- Bone marrow failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- D61818: Other pancytopenia
Also known as:
- Multiple Myeloma
- Plasma Cell Neoplasms (Including Multiple Myeloma) Treatment (PDQ®)
- Active multiple myeloma
- Untreated multiple myeloma
- Plasma cell myeloma
ICD-10 Codes:
- C9000: Multiple myeloma not having achieved remission
Also known as:
- Thrombocytopenia
- Platelet Disorder
- Low platelet count
- Platelet deficiency
- Bleeding disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D696: Thrombocytopenia, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Rao perform as an Anatomic Pathologist?
As an Anatomic Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Dinesh Rao may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
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 (310) 794-8285 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Rao in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
FirstMerit Corporation
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
Dr. Dinesh Rao's Primary Practice
10833 Le Conte Ave Ste B-186
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 794-8285
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 1831137744.
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. Dinesh Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Anatomic Pathologist near Los Angeles, CA. A pathologist specializes in understanding the causes and nature of diseases, playing a key role in diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment through laboratory-based insights from biological, chemical, and physical sciences. They analyze information gathered from microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, as well as from clinical laboratory tests on body fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor disease. Contact Dr. Rao to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Dinesh Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center, UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center, City of Hope - Duarte Cancer Center, Providence Holy Cross 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
Where can I learn more about Anatomic Pathologist?
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Is Dinesh Rao accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Dinesh Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dinesh Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (310) 794-8285 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dinesh Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office at (310) 794-8285 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Dinesh Rao have?
Dr. Dinesh Rao is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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