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Dr. Prasad Murthy, MD

Dr. Prasad Murthy, MD

Diagnostic Radiologist

San Rafael, CA

19 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murthy, Diagnostic Radiologist in San Rafael, CA?

    Dr. Prasad Murthy, MD is a Diagnostic Radiologist, who primarily practices in San Rafael, CA. He has been practicing for over 19 years. Dr. Murthy graduated from Eastern Virginia Medical School, completed his residency at Univ Of Md Med Sys, Diagnostic Radiology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Transitional Year, and is currently affiliated with Department Of Radiology Kaiser San Rafael Hospital. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (415) 444-2000.

    Where did Dr. Murthy go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: Univ Of Md Med Sys, Diagnostic Radiology; Christiana Care Hlth Servs Inc, Transitional Year

    • Medical School: Eastern Virginia Medical School

    What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?

    Dr. Murthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    What conditions does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Murthy typically treat?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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:

    • Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Mammography
    • Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Mammograms
    • Breast X-ray
    • Breast Cancer Check

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Abnormal Findings on Lung Scan
    • Unusual Lung Scan Results
    • Atypical Lung Imaging
    • Nonspecific Lung Abnormality

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R918: Other nonspecific abnormal finding of lung field

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Observation for Other Ruled Out Condition (General)
    • Monitoring for Various Suspected Illnesses
    • General Observation for Excluded Conditions
    • Broad Diagnostic Observation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0389: Encounter for observation for other suspected diseases and conditions ruled out

    Also known as:

    • Shortness of Breath
    • Breathing Problems
    • Difficulty breathing
    • Breathlessness
    • Dyspnea

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0602: Shortness of breath

    Also known as:

    • Special Medical Examination
    • Specific health check
    • Detailed medical assessment
    • Special health screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations

    What procedures does a Diagnostic Radiologist like Dr. Murthy typically perform?

    As a Diagnostic Radiologist, procedures performed by Dr. Prasad Murthy may include:

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?

    Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (415) 444-2000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in San Rafael, CA?

    Dr. Murthy in San Rafael, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • Central Health

    • Cigna Group

    • Community Health Network of Washington

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Plan of San Joaquin

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • Samaritan Health Services

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    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Department Of Radiology Kaiser San Rafael Hospital

    99 Montecillo Rd

    San Rafael, CA 94903

    (415) 444-2000

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    What is Dr. Murthy's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1124058516.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murthy

    What is Dr. Prasad Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Murthy is a Diagnostic Radiologist near San Rafael, CA.

    What does a Diagnostic Radiologist do?

    A radiologist is a medical doctor who specializes in using imaging technologies to diagnose, manage, and treat various medical conditions. Radiologists typically focus on Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, or Radiation Oncology, and may also obtain certifications in a range of subspecialties, such as neuroradiology, musculoskeletal radiology, or pediatric radiology. Additionally, board certifications are available in Medical Physics, which ensures the safe and effective use of radiation in imaging and treatment. Radiologists collaborate with other healthcare professionals to interpret imaging results and help guide patient care decisions.

    Is Dr. Prasad Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murthy is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente San Rafael Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Santa Rosa Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Manteca Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Francisco 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

    When to see a Diagnostic Radiologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Diagnostic Radiologist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Dr. Prasad Murthy accepting new patients in San Rafael, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Prasad Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prasad Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (415) 444-2000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Prasad Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (415) 444-2000 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Murthy's office is located in San Rafael, CA.