Dr. Harish Murthy, MD
Los Gatos, CA
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Murthy, Pulmonologist in Los Gatos, CA?
Dr. Harish Murthy, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Los Gatos, CA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Murthy completed his residency at Ca Pacific M C Pacific. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English and Kannada, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murthy’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (408) 356-8400.
Where did Dr. Murthy go to medical school and complete their residency?
Fellowship: California Pacific Medical Center
Residency: Ca Pacific M C Pacific | California Pacific Medical Center Pacific
What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?
Dr. Murthy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Kannada
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Murthy typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Murthy 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. Murthy. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Obstructive Sleep Apnea
- Central Sleep Apnea
- Sleep Apnea
- Obstructive sleep apnea
- OSA
- Blocked airway during sleep
- Snoring and gasping during sleep
- CSA
- Brain-Related Sleep Apnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4733: Obstructive sleep apnea (adult) (pediatric)
- G4731: Primary central sleep apnea
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
- Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
- Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
- Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
- J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Dyspnea
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0609: Other forms of dyspnea
Also known as:
- Excessive Sleepiness
- Sleep Disorder
- Hypersomnia
- Daytime sleepiness
- Too much sleep
ICD-10 Codes:
- G4710: Hypersomnia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Emphysema
- Centriacinar Emphysema
- Lung Emphysema
- COPD
ICD-10 Codes:
- J432: Centrilobular emphysema
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Murthy typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, procedures performed by Dr. Harish Murthy may include:
- Bronchoscopy
- Endobronchial Ultrasound (EBUS)
- Interventional Bronchoscopy
- Intrathoracic Adenopathy
- Lung Cancer Screening
- Lung Cancer Staging
- Lung Surgery Consultation
- Mechanical Ventilation
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Murthy accept my insurance?
Dr. Murthy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (408) 356-8400 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in Los Gatos, CA?
Dr. Murthy in Los Gatos, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?
Dr. Harish Murthy's Primary Practice
15899 Los Gatos Almaden Rd Ste 12
Los Gatos, CA 95032
(408) 356-8400
What is Dr. Murthy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Murthy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1922074061.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Murthy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Murthy
What is Dr. Harish Murthy's specialty?
Dr. Murthy is a Pulmonologist near Los Gatos, CA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Harish Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Murthy is affiliated with Stanford Health Care - Stanford Hospital, California Pacific Medical Center - Van Ness Campus 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
When to see a Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Harish Murthy accepting new patients in Los Gatos, CA?
Yes, Dr. Harish Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Harish Murthy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (408) 356-8400 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Harish Murthy?
Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (408) 356-8400 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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