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Dr. Alka Kothari, MD
Norwalk, CA
35 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kothari, Cytopathologist in Norwalk, CA?
Dr. Alka Kothari, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Norwalk, CA with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 35 years and is board certified by the American Board of Pathology. Dr. Kothari graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed her residency at Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Westchester Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology. Dr. Kothari is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kothari’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kothari’s office at (562) 868-3751.
Where did Dr. Kothari go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Cedars-Sinai Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Vet Affairs Med Ctr-W La, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology; Westchester Med Ctr, Anatomic And Clinical Pathology | VA Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System Program
Medical School: Gujarat University / Byramjee Jeejeebhoy Medical College | B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India
Is Dr. Kothari board certified in Cytopathologist?
Yes, Dr. Alka Kothari, MD is board certified by the American Board of Pathology
What languages does Dr. Kothari speak?
Dr. Kothari and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kothari treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Kothari 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. Kothari. 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:
- Pre-Procedure Lab Tests
- Pre-op blood work
- Lab tests before surgery
- Pre-treatment lab assessment
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01812: Encounter for preprocedural laboratory examination
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Other Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
- Other gastritis types
- Various stomach inflammations
- Uncommon gastritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
- K2960: Other gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Schizophrenia
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
ICD-10 Codes:
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- High White Blood Cell Count
- Blood Disorder
- Leukocytosis
- Elevated leukocyte count
- High WBC count
ICD-10 Codes:
- D72829: Elevated white blood cell count, unspecified
Also known as:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Mixed psychotic and mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with mood symptoms
- Affective psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F259: Schizoaffective disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastric Conditions
- Duodenal Conditions
- Digestive System Disorders
ICD-10 Codes:
- K3189: Other diseases of stomach and duodenum
Also known as:
- Other Intestinal Condition
- Colonic Disease
- Small Intestine Disorder
- Bowel Conditions
- Gut Problems
- Digestive Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- K6389: Other specified diseases of intestine
Also known as:
- Gallstones with Chronic Gallbladder Inflammation
- Bile Duct Disease
- Gallstones
- Chronic cholecystitis with gallstones
- Long-term gallbladder inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K8010: Calculus of gallbladder with chronic cholecystitis without obstruction
Also known as:
- Psychosis
- Psychotic Disorder
- Psychotic break
- Mental break
- Psychotic episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- F29: Unspecified psychosis not due to a substance or known physiological condition
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nausea and Vomiting
- Feeling Sick and Throwing Up
- Stomach Flu Symptoms
- Queasy and Vomiting
ICD-10 Codes:
- R112: Nausea with vomiting, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kothari perform as a Cytopathologist?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Alka Kothari may include:
- Ancillary Testing
- Blood Sample
- Blood Smear
- Blood Sugar / Plasma Glucose Test
- Bone Pathology
- Chemical Pathology Consultation
- Chemical Pathology Follow Up
- Electrolyte Test / PH Imbalance
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kothari's office.
Does Dr. Kothari accept my insurance?
Dr. Kothari accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 868-3751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kothari accept in Norwalk, CA?
Dr. Kothari in Norwalk, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Altamed Health Services
Blue Shield of California
Centene
City of Los Angeles
Medicaid
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kothari's office located?
What is Dr. Kothari's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kothari's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225097694.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kothari?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kothari
What is Dr. Alka Kothari's specialty?
Dr. Kothari is a Cytopathologist near Norwalk, CA. A cytopathologist is an anatomic pathologist with specialization in diagnosing diseases by studying cells collected from body fluids and secretions. This involves scraping, washing, or sponging the surface of a lesion, or using fine-needle aspiration to obtain samples from tumor masses or organs. A key aspect of their practice is interpreting Papanicolaou-stained smears, commonly known as the "Pap" test," from the female reproductive system. Their expertise is also applied to the diagnosis of cells from all different systems and areas of the human body. This makes them a valuable consultant to all medical specialists. Contact Dr. Kothari to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Alka Kothari affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kothari is affiliated with Dignity Health - California Hospital 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 Alka Kothari accepting new patients in Norwalk, CA?
Yes, Dr. Alka Kothari is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alka Kothari offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (562) 868-3751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alka Kothari?
Please contact Dr. Kothari's office at (562) 868-3751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Alka Kothari have?
Dr. Alka Kothari is certified by the American Board of Pathology.
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