39 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Ramachandran, Infectious Disease Specialist in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Rani Ramachandran, MD is an Infectious Disease Specialist, who primarily practices in San Jose, CA. She has been practicing for over 39 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramachandran graduated from University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India and completed her residency at Stanford Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Ramachandran is fluent in English, Spanish, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramachandran’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramachandran’s office at (408) 294-2399.
Where did Dr. Ramachandran go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Stanford Univ Hosp, Infectious Diseases; Alameda Co Med Ctr, Internal Medicine | University California
Medical School: Thanjavur Med Coll- Dr M G R Med Univ- Thanjavur- Tn- India | University of Madras, Faculty of Medicine, Nadu, India
Is Dr. Ramachandran board certified as an Infectious Disease Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Rani Ramachandran, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Ramachandran speak?
Dr. Ramachandran and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Tamil
What conditions does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ramachandran typically treat?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, Dr. Ramachandran 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. Ramachandran. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- E. Coli Sepsis
- E. Coli Infection
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
- E. coli Blood Infection
- E. coli Septicemia
- Bacterial Blood Poisoning
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
- A4151: Sepsis due to Escherichia coli [E. coli]
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Low Sodium Levels
- Fluid and Electrolyte Balance
- Sodium
- Hyponatremia
- Low Blood Sodium
- Sodium Deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- E871: Hypo-osmolality and hyponatremia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
What procedures does an Infectious Disease Specialist like Dr. Ramachandran typically perform?
As an Infectious Disease Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Rani Ramachandran may include:
- Epidemiology Consultation
- Epidemiology Follow Up
- HIV / AIDS Consultation
- HIV / AIDS Follow Up
- Human Papillomavirus (HPV) Vaccine
- Infection Follow Up
- Lumbar Puncture
- Pertussis Vaccine
Please contact Dr. Ramachandran's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ramachandran accept my insurance?
Dr. Ramachandran accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 294-2399 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ramachandran accept in San Jose, CA?
Dr. Ramachandran in San Jose, 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 Third Party
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
Valley Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Ramachandran's office located?
Dr. Rani Ramachandran's Primary Practice
2081 Forest Ave Ste 1
San Jose, CA 95128
(408) 294-2399
What is Dr. Ramachandran's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ramachandran's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1881621324.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramachandran?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ramachandran
What is Dr. Rani Ramachandran's specialty?
Dr. Ramachandran is a Infectious Disease Specialist near San Jose, CA.
What does an Infectious Disease Specialist do?
An internist who deals with infectious diseases of all types and in all organ systems. Conditions requiring selective use of antibiotics call for this special skill. This physician often diagnoses and treats AIDS patients and patients with fevers which have not been explained. Infectious disease specialists may also have expertise in preventive medicine and travel medicine.
Is this Dr. Rani Ramachandran affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ramachandran is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oconnor Hospital, Regional Medical Center Of San Jose, St. Louise Regional Hospital, Santa Clara Valley Medical Center. 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 Infectious Disease Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Rani Ramachandran accepting new patients in San Jose, CA?
Yes, Dr. Rani Ramachandran is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rani Ramachandran offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ramachandran's office at (408) 294-2399 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rani Ramachandran?
Please contact Dr. Ramachandran's office at (408) 294-2399 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Rani Ramachandran have?
Dr. Rani Ramachandran is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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