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Who is Dr. Govindarajan, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Stanford, CA?
Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Stanford, CA. Dr. Govindarajan completed her residency at Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine. Dr. Govindarajan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Govindarajan’s office at (650) 723-4000.
Where did Dr. Govindarajan go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Boston Medical Center, Emergency Medicine
Medical School: Madras Med Coll, Dr M G R Med University, Madras, Tn, India
What languages does Dr. Govindarajan speak?
Dr. Govindarajan and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Tamil
What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Govindarajan typically treat?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Govindarajan 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. Govindarajan. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dizziness
- Dizziness and Vertigo
- Lightheadedness
- Giddiness
- Vertigo
ICD-10 Codes:
- R42: Dizziness and giddiness
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Govindarajan typically perform?
As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan may include:
- Emergency Consultation
- Emergency Follow Up
- Emergency Medicine Consultation
- Removal of Foreign Object from Body
- Urgent Care Consultation
- Urgent Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Govindarajan's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Govindarajan accept my insurance?
Please contact Dr. Govindarajan's office to confirm accepted insurance plans.
Where is Dr. Govindarajan's office located?
Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan's Primary Practice
300 Pasteur Dr
Stanford, CA 94305
(650) 723-4000
What is Dr. Govindarajan's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Govindarajan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1205879517.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Govindarajan?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Govindarajan
What is Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan's specialty?
Dr. Govindarajan is a Emergency Medicine Specialist near Stanford, CA.
What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?
An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.
Is this Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Govindarajan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Prasanthi Govindarajan accepting new patients in Stanford, CA?
Yes, Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Prasanthi Govindarajan offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Govindarajan's office at (650) 723-4000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Prasanthi Govindarajan?
Please contact Dr. Govindarajan's office at (650) 723-4000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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