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36 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Vakkalanka, Internist in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Fullerton, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Vakkalanka completed her residency at Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine. Dr. Vakkalanka is fluent in English, Hindi, and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Vakkalanka’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Vakkalanka’s office at (714) 773-4111.
Where did Dr. Vakkalanka go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Chas R Drew Univ Med & Sci, Internal Medicine; Legacy Emmanuel Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine; Univ Louisville Sch Of Med, Internal Medicine | Chas R Drew University Med and Science
Medical School: Sri Venkatesvara Medical College, Ntr University Health Science
Is Dr. Vakkalanka board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Vakkalanka speak?
Dr. Vakkalanka and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Kannada
What conditions does Dr. Vakkalanka treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Vakkalanka 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. Vakkalanka. 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:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sore Throat
- Strep Throat
- Streptococcal Infection
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
- Bacterial Sore Throat
- Pharyngitis
- Strep Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
- J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ear Infection
- Otitis Media
- Middle Ear Infection
- Ear Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear
- H6692: Otitis media, unspecified, left ear
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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Skin Rash
- Rashes
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Bacterial Infection
- Bacterial disease
- Germ infection
- Bacterial illness
ICD-10 Codes:
- A499: Bacterial infection, unspecified
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Tuberculosis Screening
- TB test
- PPD test
- Tuberculosis exposure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z111: Encounter for screening for respiratory tuberculosis
Also known as:
- Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
- Flu
- Influenza with Breathing Problems
- Novel Flu with Cough
- Severe Flu
ICD-10 Codes:
- J09X2: Influenza due to identified novel influenza A virus with other respiratory manifestations
Also known as:
- Headache
- Head pain
- Cephalalgia
- Tension headache
ICD-10 Codes:
- R519: Headache, unspecified
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Epilepsy
- Seizure disorder
- Convulsive disorder
- Falling sickness
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40909: Epilepsy, unspecified, not intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Nausea
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick to Stomach
- Queasiness
- Upset Stomach
ICD-10 Codes:
- R110: Nausea
Which procedures does Dr. Vakkalanka perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office.
Does Dr. Vakkalanka accept my insurance?
Dr. Vakkalanka accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (714) 773-4111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Vakkalanka accept in Fullerton, CA?
Dr. Vakkalanka in Fullerton, 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
Central California Alliance for Health
Conifer Health Solutions
Crown Cork and Seal Company
Imperial Health Plan (CA)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicaid
Mohawk Industries
OptumRx
Santa Clara Family Health Plan
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Where is Dr. Vakkalanka's office located?
Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka's Primary Practice
140 E Commonwealth Ave Ste 100
Fullerton, CA 92832
(714) 773-4111
Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka's Practice 3
1738 N Waterman Ave Ste 7
San Bernardino, CA 92404
(909) 735-2446
What is Dr. Vakkalanka's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Vakkalanka's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1194755959.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Vakkalanka?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Vakkalanka
What is Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka's specialty?
Dr. Vakkalanka is a Internist near Fullerton, CA.
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Contact Dr. Vakkalanka to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Vakkalanka is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Lalitha Vakkalanka accepting new patients in Fullerton, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (714) 773-4111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lalitha Vakkalanka?
Please contact Dr. Vakkalanka's office at (714) 773-4111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka have?
Dr. Lalitha Vakkalanka is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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