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42 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Neelakanta, Anesthesiologist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta, MD is an Anesthesiologist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 42 years and is board certified. Dr. Neelakanta completed his residency at Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology. Dr. Neelakanta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Neelakanta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Neelakanta’s office at (310) 267-3899.
Where did Dr. Neelakanta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Ucla Med Ctr, Anesthesiology | UCLA Med Center
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Saint Johns Medical College
Is Dr. Neelakanta board certified as an Anesthesiologist?
Yes, Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta, MD is board certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology
What languages does Dr. Neelakanta speak?
Dr. Neelakanta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Neelakanta typically treat?
As an Anesthesiologist, Dr. Neelakanta 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. Neelakanta. 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
- Combined Age-Related Cataract
- Cloudy lens
- Lens clouding
- Eye cloudiness
- Mixed Type Cataract
- Multiple Cataract Types
ICD-10 Codes:
- H2511: Age-related nuclear cataract, right eye
- H2512: Age-related nuclear cataract, left eye
- H25812: Combined forms of age-related cataract, left eye
- H25811: Combined forms of age-related cataract, right eye
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:
- Prostate Cancer
- Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
- Prostatic Carcinoma
- Prostate Gland Cancer
- Malignant Prostate Tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate
Also known as:
- Esotropia
- Eye Movement Disorder
- Crossed Eyes
- Convergent Strabismus
- Inward Turning Eye
ICD-10 Codes:
- H5000: Unspecified esotropia
Also known as:
- Other Ocular Prosthetic Device Mechanical Problem
- Eye implant mechanical issue
- Artificial eye device complication
- Ocular graft problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T85398A: Other mechanical complication of other ocular prosthetic devices, implants and grafts, initial encounter
What procedures does an Anesthesiologist like Dr. Neelakanta typically perform?
As an Anesthesiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta 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. Neelakanta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Neelakanta accept my insurance?
Dr. Neelakanta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 267-3899 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Neelakanta accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Neelakanta 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 Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
L.A. Care Health Plan
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Neelakanta's office located?
Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta's Primary Practice
757 Westwood Plz
Los Angeles, CA 90095
(310) 267-3899
What is Dr. Neelakanta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Neelakanta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1649209719.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Neelakanta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Neelakanta
What is Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta's specialty?
Dr. Neelakanta is a Anesthesiologist near Los Angeles, CA.
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. Gundappa Neelakanta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Neelakanta is affiliated with Ronald Reagan Ucla Medical Center 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
When to see an Anesthesiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Gundappa Neelakanta accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Neelakanta's office at (310) 267-3899 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Gundappa Neelakanta?
Please contact Dr. Neelakanta's office at (310) 267-3899 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta have?
Dr. Gundappa Neelakanta is certified by the American Board of Anesthesiology.
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