Dr. Nupoor Gajjar, MD
Walnut Creek, CA
20 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Gajjar, Cytopathologist in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Nupoor Gajjar, MD is a Cytopathologist, who primarily practices in Walnut Creek, CA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 20 years and is board certified. Dr. Gajjar graduated from St. George's University School of Medicine and completed his residency at Harbor-UCLA Medical Center. Dr. Gajjar is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gajjar’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gajjar’s office.
Where did Dr. Gajjar go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Medical School: St George',s University | St. George's University School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gajjar speak?
Dr. Gajjar and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Gajjar treat?
As a Cytopathologist, Dr. Gajjar 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. Gajjar. 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:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Disorder
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Problem
- Dermatological Condition
- Skin Ailment
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
- L989: Disorder of the skin and subcutaneous tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High-Risk HPV Detected in Cervix
- HPV
- HPV and Pap Test Results
- Positive High-Risk Cervical HPV Test
- High-Risk Human Papillomavirus of Cervix
- Cervical HPV Positive
ICD-10 Codes:
- R87810: Cervical high risk human papillomavirus (HPV) DNA test positive
Also known as:
- Other Digestive Symptoms
- Digestive Disease
- Unspecified Abdominal Symptoms
- Other Belly Problems
- Digestive System Issues
ICD-10 Codes:
- R198: Other specified symptoms and signs involving the digestive system and abdomen
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Abnormal Uterine and Vaginal Bleeding
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Unusual Uterine Bleeding
- Abnormal Vaginal Discharge
- AUB
- Irregular Genital Bleeding
ICD-10 Codes:
- N939: Abnormal uterine and vaginal bleeding, unspecified
Also known as:
- Non-Scarring Hair Loss
- Hair Loss
- Reversible hair loss
- Temporary baldness
- Non-permanent hair thinning
ICD-10 Codes:
- L659: Nonscarring hair loss, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Also known as:
- Elective Abortion
- Abortion
- Planned abortion
- Voluntary termination of pregnancy
- Induced abortion
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z332: Encounter for elective termination of pregnancy
Also known as:
- Abnormal Breast Imaging Results
- Mammography
- Inconclusive mammogram
- Unclear breast scan results
- Abnormal breast scan
ICD-10 Codes:
- R928: Other abnormal and inconclusive findings on diagnostic imaging of breast
Also known as:
- Postmenopausal Bleeding
- Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding
- Bleeding After Menopause
- Vaginal Bleeding in Menopause
ICD-10 Codes:
- N950: Postmenopausal bleeding
Also known as:
- Breast Enlargement
- Breast Disease
- Breast hypertrophy
- Macromastia
- Gigantomastia
ICD-10 Codes:
- N62: Hypertrophy of breast
Also known as:
- Growth of Unknown Type
- Tumor of uncertain nature
- Lesion of uncertain behavior
- Indeterminate mass
ICD-10 Codes:
- D489: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior, unspecified
Also known as:
- Moles
- Birthmarks
- Common Moles, Dysplastic Nevi, and Risk of Melanoma
- Nevi
- Beauty marks
- Skin spots
ICD-10 Codes:
- D229: Melanocytic nevi, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Gajjar perform as a Cytopathologist?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Nupoor Gajjar 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. Gajjar's office.
Does Dr. Gajjar accept my insurance?
Dr. Gajjar accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gajjar accept in Walnut Creek, CA?
Dr. Gajjar in Walnut Creek, 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
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Gajjar's office located?
What is Dr. Gajjar's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gajjar's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1023070265.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gajjar?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gajjar
What is Dr. Nupoor Gajjar's specialty?
Dr. Gajjar is a Cytopathologist near Walnut Creek, 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. Gajjar to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Nupoor Gajjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Gajjar is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Kaiser Permanente - Walnut Creek Medical Center, Antioch Medical Center. 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
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Is Nupoor Gajjar accepting new patients in Walnut Creek, CA?
Yes, Dr. Nupoor Gajjar is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Nupoor Gajjar offer online booking?
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