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Dr. Lalitha Ramanna, MD

Nuclear Medicine Specialist

Torrance, CA

51 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ramanna, Nuclear Medicine Specialist in Torrance, CA?

    Dr. Lalitha Ramanna, MD is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Torrance, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 51 years and is board certified. Dr. Ramanna graduated from University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine and completed her residency at Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program. Dr. Ramanna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ramanna’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ramanna’s office at (310) 303-5750.

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

    • Residency: Valley Health System/Medical College of Virginia/Virginia Commonwealth University Program

    • Medical School: University of Mumbai/ Topiwala National Medical College And Nair Hospital | University Of Oklahoma College Of Medicine | Seth G.S. Medical College

    Is Dr. Ramanna board certified as a Nuclear Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Lalitha Ramanna, MD is board certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Ramanna speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramanna typically treat?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramanna 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. Ramanna. 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R079: Chest pain, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Prostate Cancer
    • Prostate Cancer Treatment (PDQ®)
    • Prostatic Carcinoma
    • Prostate Gland Cancer
    • Malignant Prostate Tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • C61: Malignant neoplasm of prostate

    Also known as:

    • Hardening of the Arteries in the Heart without Chest Pain
    • Atherosclerosis
    • Coronary Artery Disease
    • Silent Coronary Artery Disease
    • Asymptomatic Atherosclerosis

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2510: Atherosclerotic heart disease of native coronary artery without angina pectoris

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal EKG
    • Heart Health Tests
    • Irregular Electrocardiogram
    • Unusual Heart Rhythm Test
    • ECG Abnormalities

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R9431: Abnormal electrocardiogram [ECG] [EKG]

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ramanna typically perform?

    As a Nuclear Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ramanna 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. Ramanna. 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:

    • Radioactive Tracer Injection for Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy
    • Sentinel Node Mapping Injection
    • Lymph Node Tracer Injection
    • Radioactive Dye for Lymph Nodes
    • Sentinel Lymph Node Identification

    CPT Codes:

    • 38792: Injection procedure; radioactive tracer for identification of sentinel node

    Does Dr. Ramanna accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ramanna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (310) 303-5750 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ramanna accept in Torrance, CA?

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

    Top Insurances

    • Centene Corporation

    • City of Los Angeles

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Humana

    • L.A. Care Health Plan

    • OptumRx Administered Payer

    • Other Health Care Provider

    • St. Joseph Health System (CA)

    • State of California

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ramanna's office located?

    Dr. Lalitha Ramanna's Primary Practice

    4101 Torrance Blvd

    Torrance, CA 90503

    (310) 303-5750

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    Dr. Lalitha Ramanna's Practice 2

    1300 W 7th St

    San Pedro, CA 90732

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    Dr. Lalitha Ramanna's Practice 3

    23845 McBean Pkwy

    Valencia, CA 91355

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    What hospitals are Dr. Ramanna affiliated with?

    CastleConnolyTopDoctors

    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Ramanna has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center San Pedro,San Pedro, CA

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

    Dr. Ramanna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1396727889.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ramanna?

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

    What is Dr. Lalitha Ramanna's specialty?

    Dr. Ramanna is a Nuclear Medicine Specialist near Torrance, CA.

    What does a Nuclear Medicine Specialist do?

    Nuclear Medicine Specialist has expertise in using the properties of radioactive atoms and molecules for the diagnosis and treatment of various diseases, as well as for medical research purposes. Diseases are detected by using radiation detection and imaging instrument systems, as this technique changes the functionality and metabolism of normal body cells, tissues and organs. This approach can reveal a wide range of diseases, often before structural abnormalities in the affected organ are detectable using other techniques. Key applications include the early detection of coronary artery disease (including acute heart attacks), early cancer diagnosis and treatment evaluation, as well as diagnosing infections and inflammation throughout the body. Additionally, these techniques can facilitate the early detection of blood clots in the lungs. Unique forms of radioactive molecules are used to attack and destroy cancer cells (such as those found in lymphoma and thyroid cancer) or alleviate severe pain associated with cancer that has metastasized to the bones.

    Is Dr. Lalitha Ramanna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ramanna is affiliated with Providence Little Company Of Mary Medical Center Torrance, Memorial Hospital Of Gardena 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 Dr. Lalitha Ramanna accepting new patients in Torrance, CA?

    Yes, Dr. Lalitha Ramanna is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Lalitha Ramanna offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ramanna's office at (310) 303-5750 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Lalitha Ramanna?

    Please contact Dr. Ramanna's office at (310) 303-5750 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Ramanna's office located?

    Dr. Ramanna's offices are located in Torrance, CA, San Pedro, CA, and Valencia, CA.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Lalitha Ramanna have?

    Dr. Lalitha Ramanna is certified by the American Board of Nuclear Medicine.