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Dr. Vijaya Thothathri, MD

Emergency Medicine Specialist

Elgin, IL

29 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Thothathri, Emergency Medicine Specialist in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Vijaya Thothathri, MD is an Emergency Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elgin, IL with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years. Dr. Thothathri is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Thothathri’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Thothathri’s office.

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

    • Medical School: Calicut University Medical College - Kerala

    What languages does Dr. Thothathri speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thothathri typically treat?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, Dr. Thothathri 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. Thothathri. 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:

    • Strep Throat
    • Sore Throat
    • Streptococcal Infection
    • Bacterial Sore Throat
    • Pharyngitis
    • Strep Infection
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J020: Streptococcal pharyngitis
    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sinusitis
    • Sinus Infection
    • Rhinosinusitis
    • Acute Sinus Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified

    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:

    • Viral Infection
    • Virus Infection
    • Viral Illness
    • Common Virus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • B349: Viral infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, unspecified

    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:

    • Ear Infection
    • Otitis Media
    • Middle Ear Infection
    • Ear Inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6691: Otitis media, unspecified, right ear

    What procedures does an Emergency Medicine Specialist like Dr. Thothathri typically perform?

    As an Emergency Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Vijaya Thothathri may include:

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

    Does Dr. Thothathri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Thothathri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Thothathri accept in Elgin, IL?

    Dr. Thothathri in Elgin, IL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Allegiance Benefit Plan Management

    • Centene

    • Centene Corporation

    • Cigna Group

    • Corporate Services

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Medicare

    • State of Illinois

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    Where is Dr. Thothathri's office located?

    Dr. Vijaya Thothathri's Primary Practice

    934 Center St

    Elgin, IL 60120

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    Dr. Vijaya Thothathri's Practice 2

    2320 Royal Blvd

    Elgin, IL 60123

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

    Dr. Thothathri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659370393.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Thothathri?

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

    What is Dr. Vijaya Thothathri's specialty?

    Dr. Thothathri is an Emergency Medicine Specialist near Elgin, IL.

    What does an Emergency Medicine Specialist do?

    An emergency physician is dedicated to making prompt decision and taking necessary actions essential for preventing death or additional disabilities. This role encompasses guiding emergency medical technicians in pre-hospital environments as well as providing care within the emergency department. The emergency physician is responsible for the immediate identification, evaluation, treatment, stabilization, and arrangement of a diverse array of adult and pediatric patients facing acute illnesses and injuries.

    Is Dr. Vijaya Thothathri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Thothathri is affiliated with Hshs St. Elizabeth's Hospital, Hshs St. Anthony's Memorial Hospital 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 an Emergency Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Emergency Medicine 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 Dr. Vijaya Thothathri accepting new patients in Elgin, IL?

    Yes, Dr. Vijaya Thothathri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Vijaya Thothathri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Thothathri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Vijaya Thothathri?

    Please contact Dr. Thothathri's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Thothathri's office located?

    Dr. Thothathri's office is located in Elgin, IL.