VP
21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penmetcha, Internist in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Vinay Penmetcha, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Sacramento, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Penmetcha completed his residency at Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Penmetcha is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Penmetcha’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penmetcha’s office at (916) 454-6850.
Where did Dr. Penmetcha go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mercy Hosp & Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: M.R. Med Coll, Gulbarga University, Gulbarga, Karnataka, India
Is Dr. Penmetcha board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vinay Penmetcha, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Penmetcha speak?
Dr. Penmetcha and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does Dr. Penmetcha treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Penmetcha 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. Penmetcha. 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:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Penmetcha perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Vinay Penmetcha may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Penmetcha's office.
Does Dr. Penmetcha accept my insurance?
Dr. Penmetcha accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (916) 454-6850 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penmetcha accept in Sacramento, CA?
Dr. Penmetcha in Sacramento, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
BCBS Unspecified
Centene
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other TPA
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Penmetcha's office located?
Dr. Vinay Penmetcha's Primary Practice
2825 Capitol Ave
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 454-6850
Dr. Vinay Penmetcha's Practice 2
1201 Alhambra Blvd Ste 400
Sacramento, CA 95816
(916) 733-5090
What is Dr. Penmetcha's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penmetcha's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1619952199.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penmetcha?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penmetcha
What is Dr. Vinay Penmetcha's specialty?
Dr. Penmetcha is a Internist near Sacramento, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Penmetcha to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Vinay Penmetcha affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penmetcha is affiliated with Sutter Medical Center, Sacramento which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Vinay Penmetcha accepting new patients in Sacramento, CA?
Yes, Dr. Vinay Penmetcha is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vinay Penmetcha offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penmetcha's office at (916) 454-6850 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vinay Penmetcha?
Please contact Dr. Penmetcha's office at (916) 454-6850 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vinay Penmetcha have?
Dr. Vinay Penmetcha is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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