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Who is Dr. Desaraju, Family Medicine Specialist in Crystal River, FL?
Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Crystal River, FL with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Desaraju graduated from Andhra Medical College and completed his residency at Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program. Dr. Desaraju is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Desaraju’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Desaraju’s office at (352) 795-6560.
Where did Dr. Desaraju go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Bronx-Lebanon Hospital Center Program
Medical School: Andhra Medical College
What languages does Dr. Desaraju speak?
Dr. Desaraju and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desaraju typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Desaraju 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. Desaraju. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart and Kidney Disease with Heart Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiorenal Syndrome
- Heart and Kidney Failure from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I130: Hypertensive heart and chronic kidney disease with heart failure and stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Desaraju typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Desaraju's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Desaraju accept my insurance?
Dr. Desaraju accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (352) 795-6560 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Desaraju accept in Crystal River, FL?
Dr. Desaraju in Crystal River, FL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Oscar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Desaraju's office located?
Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju's Primary Practice
6201 N Suncoast Blvd
Crystal River, FL 34428
(352) 795-6560
What is Dr. Desaraju's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Desaraju's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1558344069.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Desaraju?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Desaraju
What is Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju's specialty?
Dr. Desaraju is a Family Medicine Specialist near Crystal River, FL.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Desaraju is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Tampa General Hospital Crystal River, Bravera Health Seven Rivers. 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
When to see a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Chakradhar Desaraju accepting new patients in Crystal River, FL?
Yes, Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chakradhar Desaraju offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Desaraju's office at (352) 795-6560 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chakradhar Desaraju?
Please contact Dr. Desaraju's office at (352) 795-6560 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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