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Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara, MD

McAllen, TX

46 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Muralidhara, Pediatrician in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara, MD is a Pediatrician, who primarily practices in McAllen, TX with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 46 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics. Dr. Muralidhara completed his residency at Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Pediatrics. Dr. Muralidhara is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Muralidhara’s office at (956) 225-2401.

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

    • Residency: Med Coll Of Ga Hosp & Cli, Pediatrics | Med College Of Ga Hospital and Cli

    • Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India

    Is Dr. Muralidhara board certified in Pediatrician?

    Yes, Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics

    What languages does Dr. Muralidhara speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    What conditions does Dr. Muralidhara treat?

    As a Pediatrician, Dr. Muralidhara 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. Muralidhara. 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:

    • Stuffy Nose
    • Nose Injuries and Disorder
    • Blocked nose
    • Nasal congestion
    • Congested nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R0981: Nasal congestion

    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:

    • Cough
    • Coughing
    • Persistent cough
    • Chronic cough

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R059: Cough, 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:

    • Fever
    • High temperature
    • Pyrexia
    • Elevated body temperature

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R509: Fever, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
    • Health Checkup
    • Normal Well-Child Checkup
    • Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
    • Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Exposure to COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • COVID-19 contact
    • Suspected coronavirus exposure
    • SARS-CoV-2 exposure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • Exercise Counseling
    • Fitness Coaching
    • Physical Activity Guidance
    • Exercise Prescription

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z7182: Exercise counseling

    Also known as:

    • Child Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Routine child exam with issues
    • Pediatric checkup with concerns
    • Child wellness visit with abnormal results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z00121: Encounter for routine child health examination with abnormal findings

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Diarrhea
    • Loose stools
    • Runny poop
    • Frequent bowel movements

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R197: Diarrhea, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Allergic Rhinitis
    • Allergy
    • Nasal allergies
    • Allergy rhinitis
    • Chronic runny nose

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J309: Allergic rhinitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • H6693: Otitis media, unspecified, bilateral

    Also known as:

    • Healthy Weight Child (BMI 5th-85th percentile)
    • Body Weight
    • Normal BMI for child
    • Child healthy weight
    • Pediatric normal weight

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6852: Body mass index [BMI] pediatric, 5th percentile to less than 85th percentile for age

    Also known as:

    • Unexplained Health Concerns
    • Health Anxiety
    • Somatic Symptoms
    • Undiagnosed Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z711: Person with feared health complaint in whom no diagnosis is made

    Also known as:

    • Vomiting
    • Nausea and Vomiting
    • Throwing up
    • Emesis
    • Puking

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R1110: Vomiting, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Flu with Respiratory Symptoms
    • Flu
    • Influenza with Breathing Problems
    • Flu with Cough
    • Severe Flu

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J101: Influenza due to other identified influenza virus with other respiratory manifestations

    Also known as:

    • Headache
    • Head pain
    • Cephalalgia
    • Tension headache

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R519: Headache, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Muralidhara perform as a Pediatrician?

    As a Pediatrician, procedures performed by a Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Muralidhara's office.

    Does Dr. Muralidhara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Muralidhara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (956) 225-2401 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Muralidhara accept in McAllen, TX?

    Dr. Muralidhara in McAllen, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

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    • State of Texas

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    Where is Dr. Muralidhara's office located?

    Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara's Primary Practice

    800 E Dove Ave Ste H1

    McAllen, TX 78504

    (956) 225-2401

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    Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara's Practice 3

    1120 E Ridge Rd

    McAllen, TX 78503

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

    Dr. Muralidhara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1154303139.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Muralidhara?

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

    What is Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara's specialty?

    Dr. Muralidhara is a Pediatrician near McAllen, TX. A pediatrician focuses on the physical, emotional, and social health of children from birth through young adulthood. Their care includes a wide range of health services, from preventive healthcare to diagnosing and treating acute and chronic diseases. Pediatricians consider the biological, social, and environmental influences on a child's development, as well as how diseases and dysfunctions can impact growth and overall development. Contact Dr. Muralidhara to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Muralidhara is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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 Pediatrician?

    Explore Pediatrician with 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 Kesturkoppal Muralidhara accepting new patients in McAllen, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Muralidhara's office at (956) 225-2401 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Kesturkoppal Muralidhara?

    Please contact Dr. Muralidhara's office at (956) 225-2401 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara have?

    Dr. Kesturkoppal Muralidhara is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.

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