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Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar, MD

Ridgecrest, CA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Jothikumar, Specialist in Ridgecrest, CA?

    Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar, MD is a Specialist, who primarily practices in Ridgecrest, CA. He has been practicing for over 51 years. Dr. Jothikumar graduated from McGill University Faculty of Medicine and completed his residency at U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS. Dr. Jothikumar is fluent in English, Hindi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Jothikumar’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Jothikumar’s office at (760) 446-1691.

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

    • Residency: U S DEPARTMENT OF VETERANS AFFAIRS

    • Medical School: University of Ceylon, Faculty of Medicine | McGill University Faculty of Medicine | University of Colombo Faculty of Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Jothikumar speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Tamil

    What conditions does a Specialist like Dr. Jothikumar typically treat?

    As a Specialist, Dr. Jothikumar 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. Jothikumar. 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:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
    • Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertensive Heart Failure
    • High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia

    Does Dr. Jothikumar accept my insurance?

    Dr. Jothikumar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 446-1691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Jothikumar accept in Ridgecrest, CA?

    Dr. Jothikumar in Ridgecrest, 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

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Cigna Group

    • Kern Health Systems

    • Medicare

    • Molina Healthcare

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Jothikumar's office located?

    Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar's Primary Practice

    1535 N China Lake Blvd Ste A

    Ridgecrest, CA 93555

    (760) 446-1691

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

    Dr. Jothikumar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1417962291.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Jothikumar?

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

    What is Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar's specialty?

    Dr. Jothikumar is a Specialist near Ridgecrest, CA.

    Is this Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Jothikumar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Rady Childrens Hospital - San Diego. 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 a Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Specialist. 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 Thankarajah Jothikumar accepting new patients in Ridgecrest, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Thankarajah Jothikumar offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Jothikumar's office at (760) 446-1691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Thankarajah Jothikumar?

    Please contact Dr. Jothikumar's office at (760) 446-1691 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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