Dr. Nupoor Gajjar, MD
Walnut Creek, CA
20 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
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. 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 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 a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gajjar typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology here.
Also known as:
- Skin Tumor of Uncertain Behavior
- Skin Rash
- Skin Condition
- Rashes
- Skin Neoplasm
- Skin Growth
- Uncertain Skin Lesion
- Skin Eruption
- Hives
- Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- D485: Neoplasm of uncertain behavior of skin
- R21: Rash and other nonspecific skin eruption
Also known as:
- Dermatitis
- Eczema
- Rashes
- Atopic Dermatitis
- Skin Inflammation
- Skin Rash
ICD-10 Codes:
- L309: Dermatitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Special Medical Examination
- Specific health check
- Detailed medical assessment
- Special health screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0189: Encounter for other specified special examinations
Also known as:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Therapeutic Drug Monitoring
- Drug level testing
- Medication monitoring
- Therapeutic drug management
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z5181: Encounter for therapeutic drug level monitoring
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- General Health Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
What procedures does a Cytopathologist like Dr. Gajjar typically perform?
As a Cytopathologist, procedures performed by 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
Please contact Dr. Gajjar's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
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
Community Health Network of Washington
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Health Plan of San Joaquin
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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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.
What does a Cytopathologist do?
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.
Is this Dr. Nupoor Gajjar affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gajjar is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Sacramento Medical Center, Eden Medical Center, Stanford Health Care - Valleycare, Kaiser Permanente Oakland Medical Center, Kaiser Permanente San Leandro Medical Center 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 Cytopathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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?
Please contact Dr. Gajjar's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Nupoor Gajjar?
Please contact Dr. Gajjar's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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