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Dr. Subbu Nagappan, MD

Dr. Subbu Nagappan, MD

Riverside, CA

36 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

    Who is Dr. Nagappan, Surgeon in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Subbu Nagappan, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Riverside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 36 years and is board certified by the American Board of Surgery. Dr. Nagappan completed his residency at Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery. Dr. Nagappan is fluent in English and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Nagappan’s practice accepts Cigna, Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Nagappan’s office at (951) 683-6370.

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

    • Residency: Maricopa Med Ctr, General Surgery | Maricopa Medical Center

    • Medical School: University Of Il Coll Of Med- Chicago Il

    Is Dr. Nagappan board certified in Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Subbu Nagappan, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Nagappan speak?

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

    • English

    • Tamil

    What conditions does Dr. Nagappan treat?

    As a Surgeon, Dr. Nagappan 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. Nagappan. 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:

    • Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Concussion
    • Subdural Hematoma
    • Head Injury
    • Brain Bleed
    • TBI
    • Mild Traumatic Brain Injury
    • Brain Concussion
    • Head Concussion
    • Subarachnoid Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S065X0A: Traumatic subdural hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S060X0A: Concussion without loss of consciousness, initial encounter
    • S066X0A: Traumatic subarachnoid hemorrhage without loss of consciousness, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Intestinal Obstruction
    • Bowel Obstruction
    • Blocked Intestines
    • Gut Blockage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K56609: Unspecified intestinal obstruction, unspecified as to partial versus complete obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple rib fractures
    • Rib cage injury
    • Severe rib injury

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2249XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, unspecified side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Gallbladder Inflammation
    • Gallbladder Disease
    • Sudden Gallbladder Attack
    • Acute Cholecystitis
    • Sudden Gallbladder Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K810: Acute cholecystitis

    Also known as:

    • Chest Pain
    • Chest discomfort
    • Thoracic pain
    • Upper body pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Injury to the Abdomen
    • Wounds and Injuries
    • Abdominal trauma
    • Stomach area injury
    • Core injury
    • Abdominal wound

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S3981XA: Other specified injuries of abdomen, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • MSSA Blood Poisoning
    • Sepsis
    • Staphylococcal Infection
    • MSSA Sepsis
    • Methicillin-Sensitive Staph Sepsis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A4101: Sepsis due to Methicillin susceptible Staphylococcus aureus

    Also known as:

    • Severe Abdominal Pain
    • Abdominal Pain
    • Acute abdomen
    • Sudden stomach pain
    • Emergency abdominal pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R100: Acute abdomen

    Also known as:

    • Acute Appendicitis with Localized Abdominal Infection
    • Appendicitis
    • Peritoneal Disorder
    • Appendicitis with Local Peritonitis
    • Localized Abdominal Infection from Appendix
    • Early Appendicitis with Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K3530: Acute appendicitis with localized peritonitis, without perforation or gangrene

    Also known as:

    • Sebaceous Cyst
    • Skin Condition
    • Epidermoid Cyst
    • Keratin Cyst
    • Skin Lump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • L723: Sebaceous cyst

    Also known as:

    • Hemorrhagic Stroke
    • Brain Bleed
    • Cerebral Hemorrhage
    • Intracranial Hemorrhage

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I619: Nontraumatic intracerebral hemorrhage, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Scalp Bruise
    • Bruises
    • Bruised scalp
    • Scalp contusion
    • Head bump

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S0003XA: Contusion of scalp, initial encounter

    Also known as:

    • Gallstones
    • Cholelithiasis
    • Gallbladder stones
    • Biliary calculi

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K8020: Calculus of gallbladder without cholecystitis without obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Groin Hernia (One Side)
    • Hernia
    • Inguinal Hernia
    • Unilateral Inguinal Hernia
    • Single Groin Hernia
    • Hernia in One Groin

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K4090: Unilateral inguinal hernia, without obstruction or gangrene, not specified as recurrent

    Also known as:

    • Multiple Broken Ribs
    • Chest Injuries and Disorder
    • Fractures
    • Multiple Rib Fractures
    • Rib Cage Fracture
    • Broken Ribs

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • S2241XA: Multiple fractures of ribs, right side, initial encounter for closed fracture

    Also known as:

    • Large Intestine Diverticulitis with Perforation and Abscess
    • Abscess
    • Diverticulosis and Diverticulitis
    • Inflamed Colon Diverticula with Abscess
    • Perforated Large Bowel Diverticulitis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K5720: Diverticulitis of large intestine with perforation and abscess without bleeding

    Which procedures does Dr. Nagappan perform as a Surgeon?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by a Dr. Subbu Nagappan may include:

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

    Does Dr. Nagappan accept my insurance?

    Dr. Nagappan accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 683-6370 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Nagappan accept in Riverside, CA?

    Dr. Nagappan in Riverside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Blue Shield of California

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Heritage Health

    • Inland Empire

    • Kaiser Permanente

    • Medicare

    • OptumRx

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Nagappan's office located?

    Dr. Subbu Nagappan's Primary Practice

    3660 Arlington Ave

    Riverside, CA 92506

    (951) 683-6370

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    Dr. Subbu Nagappan's Practice 2

    7117 Brockton Ave

    Riverside, CA 92506

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    Dr. Subbu Nagappan's Practice 3

    4445 Magnolia Ave

    Riverside, CA 92501

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

    Dr. Nagappan's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1285616185.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Nagappan?

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

    What is Dr. Subbu Nagappan's specialty?

    Dr. Nagappan is a Surgeon near Riverside, CA. General surgeons are experts in diagnosing and managing surgical conditions which includes preoperative, operative, and postoperative care, as well as addressing complications. Their expertise include the areas such as the alimentary tract, breast, abdomen, skin and soft tissue, endocrine system, head and neck, pediatric surgery, surgical critical care, surgical oncology, trauma, burns, and vascular surgery. General surgeons increasingly utilize minimally invasive and endoscopic techniques to provide proper care. In addition to this, many general surgeons have expertise in transplantation, plastic, and cardiothoracic surgery. Contact Dr. Nagappan to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Subbu Nagappan affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Nagappan is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riverside Community 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

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    Is Subbu Nagappan accepting new patients in Riverside, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Subbu Nagappan is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Subbu Nagappan offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Nagappan's office at (951) 683-6370 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Subbu Nagappan?

    Please contact Dr. Nagappan's office at (951) 683-6370 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Subbu Nagappan have?

    Dr. Subbu Nagappan is certified by the American Board of Surgery.

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