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25 Years of Experience
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kesavulu, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu, MD is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Los Angeles, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Kesavulu completed her residency at Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Pediatrics. Dr. Kesavulu is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kesavulu’s office at (310) 206-3952.
Where did Dr. Kesavulu go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Children'S Hosp-Philadelphia, Pediatric Critical Care Medicine; Univ Tx Med Sch-San Antonio, Pediatrics
Medical School: University of Tx Med Sch At San Antonio, San Antonio Tx
Is Dr. Kesavulu board certified as a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Kesavulu speak?
Dr. Kesavulu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kesavulu typically treat?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, Dr. Kesavulu 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. Kesavulu. 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:
- RSV Bronchiolitis
- Acute Bronchiolitis
- Bronchial Disorder
- Respiratory Syncytial Virus Infection
- RSV lung infection
- Viral bronchiolitis
- Acute bronchiolitis
- Inflammation of small airways
- Bronchiole infection
- Acute lung inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- J210: Acute bronchiolitis due to respiratory syncytial virus
- J219: Acute bronchiolitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Type 1 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
- Diabetes Complicationss
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Juvenile Diabetes with DKA
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes with Diabetic Acidosis
- Type 1 Diabetes and Ketones
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1010: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
What procedures does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist like Dr. Kesavulu typically perform?
As a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu may include:
- Arterial Line Placement
- Critical Care Consultation
- Critical Care Follow Up
- Intensive Critical Care Consultation
- Intensive Critical Care Follow Up
Please contact Dr. Kesavulu's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Kesavulu accept my insurance?
Dr. Kesavulu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 206-3952 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kesavulu accept in Los Angeles, CA?
Dr. Kesavulu in Los Angeles, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Bexar County Hospital District
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Care Service Corporation
State of Nevada
UMR Administered Payer
UNITE HERE HEALTH
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Kesavulu's office located?
What is Dr. Kesavulu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kesavulu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1730194317.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kesavulu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kesavulu
What is Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu's specialty?
Dr. Kesavulu is a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist near Los Angeles, CA.
What does a Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist do?
A pediatrician specialized in advanced life support for children, from term and near-term neonates to adolescents, with expertise in managing critical care for life-threatening organ system failures in both medical and surgical patients. This specialist is skilled in supporting vital physiological functions and often takes on administrative responsibilities within intensive care units, coordinating patient care and collaborating closely with other specialists to ensure comprehensive treatment.
Is this Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kesavulu is affiliated with St. Rose Dominican Hospital - Siena Campus, Methodist Hospital - San Antonio, Summerlin Hospital 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 Pediatric Critical Care Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vatsala Kesavulu accepting new patients in Los Angeles, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kesavulu's office at (310) 206-3952 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vatsala Kesavulu?
Please contact Dr. Kesavulu's office at (310) 206-3952 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu have?
Dr. Vatsala Kesavulu is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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