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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Rao, Internist in Lakeside, OH?
Dr. Aruna Rao, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Lakeside, OH with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Rao graduated from American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine. Dr. Rao is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Rao’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Rao’s office.
Where did Dr. Rao go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
Is Dr. Rao board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Aruna Rao, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Rao speak?
Dr. Rao and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Rao typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Rao 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. Rao. 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:
- Cerebral Atherosclerosis
- Brain Disease
- Hardening of Brain Arteries
- Brain Artery Plaque
- Cerebral Artery Disease
- Brain Blood Vessel Hardening
ICD-10 Codes:
- I672: Cerebral atherosclerosis
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- Severe Malnutrition
- Malnutrition
- Severe Protein-Energy Malnutrition
- Starvation
- Kwashiorkor
- Marasmus
ICD-10 Codes:
- E43: Unspecified severe protein-calorie malnutrition
Also known as:
- Chronic Skin Ulcer on Buttock
- Skin Condition
- Open Sore on Buttock
- Skin Wound on Buttock
- Non-healing Wound
ICD-10 Codes:
- L98419: Non-pressure chronic ulcer of buttock with unspecified severity
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Diaper Rash
- Common Infant and Newborn Problems
- Rashes
- Diaper dermatitis
- Nappy rash
- Baby rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L22: Diaper dermatitis
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Rao typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Rao performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Rao. 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:
- Wound Debridement
- Muscle Debridement
- Surgical Wound Cleaning
- Tissue Removal from Wound
- Dead Tissue Removal
- Muscle Cleaning Procedure
- Fascia Debridement
- Wound Debridement (Deep Tissue)
CPT Codes:
- 11042: Debridement, subcutaneous tissue (includes epidermis and dermis, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
- 11043: Debridement, muscle and/or fascia (includes epidermis, dermis, and subcutaneous tissue, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Also known as:
- Bone Debridement (Cleaning of Bone Wound)
- Bone Wound Cleaning
- Surgical Bone Debridement
- Dead Bone Removal
- Wound Cleaning with Bone Involvement
CPT Codes:
- 11044: Debridement, bone (includes epidermis, dermis, subcutaneous tissue, muscle and/or fascia, if performed); first 20 sq cm or less
Does Dr. Rao accept my insurance?
Dr. Rao accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Rao accept in Lakeside, OH?
Dr. Rao in Lakeside, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual of Ohio
Medicare
State of Ohio
Summa Health
The Schroer Group
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Rao's office located?
What is Dr. Rao's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Rao's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285620252.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Rao?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Rao
What is Dr. Aruna Rao's specialty?
Dr. Rao is a Internist near Lakeside, OH.
What does an Internist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Aruna Rao affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Rao is affiliated with Aultman Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Martin North Hospital, Medina Hospital, Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Marymount Hospital, Uh Cleveland 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
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Is Aruna Rao accepting new patients in Lakeside, OH?
Yes, Dr. Aruna Rao is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Aruna Rao offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Aruna Rao?
Please contact Dr. Rao's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Aruna Rao have?
Dr. Aruna Rao is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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