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Dr. Venkata Murthy, MD

Dr. Venkata Murthy, MD

Surgeon, Family Medicine Specialist

Sleepy Eye, MN

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Murthy, Surgeon in Sleepy Eye, MN?

    Dr. Venkata Murthy, MD is a Surgeon, who primarily practices in Sleepy Eye, MN with 1 additional practice location. He is board certified. Dr. Murthy completed his residency at Altoona Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, General Surgery; Atlantic City Med Ctr, General Surgery; Altoona Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year. Dr. Murthy is fluent in English, Tamil, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Murthy’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Murthy’s office at (507) 794-3691.

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

    • Residency: Altoona Hosp, General Surgery; Univ Of Ks Med Ctr, General Surgery; Atlantic City Med Ctr, General Surgery; Altoona Hosp, Flexible Or Transitional Year | PCOM/UPMC Altoona Program

    • Medical School: Madurai Med Coll- Madurai Univ- Madurai- Tn- India

    Is Dr. Murthy board certified as a Surgeon?

    Yes, Dr. Venkata Murthy, MD is board certified by the American Board of Surgery

    What languages does Dr. Murthy speak?

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

    • English
    • Tamil
    • Telugu

    What conditions does a Surgeon like Dr. Murthy typically treat?

    As a Surgeon, 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.

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Anemia
    • Low Red Blood Cell Count
    • Low Hemoglobin
    • Iron deficiency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D649: Anemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    Also known as:

    • Urinary Tract Infection
    • UTI
    • Bladder infection
    • Kidney infection
    • Urine infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified

    What procedures does a Surgeon like Dr. Murthy typically perform?

    As a Surgeon, procedures performed by Dr. Venkata Murthy may include:

    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 (507) 794-3691 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Murthy accept in Sleepy Eye, MN?

    Dr. Murthy in Sleepy Eye, MN accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota

    • CoxHealth

    • Medica Group

    • Medicare

    • State of Minnesota

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Venkata Murthy's Primary Practice

    400 4th Ave NW

    Sleepy Eye, MN 56085

    (507) 794-3691

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    Dr. Venkata Murthy's Practice 2

    96 3rd St E

    Morgan, MN 56266

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    What hospitals are Dr. Murthy affiliated with?

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    Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.

    Dr. Murthy has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:

    Sleepy Eye Medical Center,Sleepy Eye, MN

    What is Dr. Murthy's NPI number?A 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 1497724892.

    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. Venkata Murthy's specialty?

    Dr. Murthy is a Surgeon near Sleepy Eye, MN.

    What does a Surgeon do?

    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.

    Is Dr. Venkata Murthy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Murthy is affiliated with New Ulm Medical Center 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

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    Is Dr. Venkata Murthy accepting new patients in Sleepy Eye, MN?

    Yes, Dr. Venkata Murthy is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Venkata Murthy offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (507) 794-3691 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Venkata Murthy?

    Please contact Dr. Murthy's office at (507) 794-3691 to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Murthy's office located?

    Dr. Murthy's offices are located in Sleepy Eye, MN and Morgan, MN.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Venkata Murthy have?

    Dr. Venkata Murthy is certified by the American Board of Surgery.