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Dr. Vamsidhar Chavakula, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 37
Dr. Vamsidhar Chavakula, MD
4.7 (3 Ratings)
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Dr. Vamsidhar Chavakula, MD

Neurosurgery* Age 37
San Diego, CA
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Overview

Dr. Vamsidhar Chavakula, MD works in San Diego, CA as a Neurosurgery Specialist.
They are board certified in Neurosurgery and graduated from Brigham and Women's Hospital. Dr. Chavakula has has worked on more claims relating to Subdural Hemorrhage than other providers in the area. At present, Dr. Chavakula has received an average rating of 4.7 from patients and has been reviewed 3 times. They are affiliated with Sharp Memorial Hospital and Sharp Grossmont Hospital. Their office is not accepting new patients at this time. Dr. Chavakula practices at Practice in San Diego, CA and has additional offices in La Mesa, CA and Chula Vista, CA.

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  • Advantage Health Solutions HMO
  • AWH Southern California HMO
    Basic HMO
    Choice Plus POS II
    Deductible Plan CA Members Only HMO
    Open Choice PPO
  • California Care Large Group HMO
    California Care Small Group HMO
    Pathway EPO
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    Prudent Buyer Individual CA PPO
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  • Blue Card PPO
  • Statewide - AZ EPO
  • Advantage Preferred DirectAccess Plus PPO
    Priority Select HMO
  • Access Plus HMO
    Access Plus Savenet HMO
    Blue High Performance Network EPO
    Bronze 60 SHOP PPO
    Bronze Full 4500 PPO
    Local Access Plus HMO
    Platinum 90 PPO
    Platinum Access+ 25 HMO
    Platinum Local Access + HMO 25 HMO
    Silver 70 PPO
    Trio ACO HMO
  • Cigna PPO
    Open Access Plus
    Southern CA Select HMO
  • Premium
  • Flex Connecticut EPO
  • First Health (Coventry Health Care) PPO
  • Harvard Pilgrim Health Care HMO
    Harvard Pilgrim Health Care PPO
    Maines Choice - Standard HMO
  • CA CommunityCare Network HMO
    CA Employer Group Plans HMO
    CA Healthnet PPO
    CA SmartCare HMO
    CA WholeCare Network HMO
    ExcelCare Small / Large Group HMO
    Salud y Mas Small / Large Group HMO
    SmartCare Network Large Group HMO
    SmartCare Network Small Group HMO
  • Choice Care Network PPO
    Choice Care PPO
  • Choice
  • MVP Health Plan EPO
  • Northern CA Cigna + Oscar Open Access Plus EPO
  • Performance PPO
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  • Choice Plus POS
    Medica Choice
    Navigate HMO
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    SignatureValue Alliance

Locations

  1. 1 Neurosurgical Medical Clinic Inc.
    3750 Convoy St Ste 301, San Diego, CA 92111
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 297-4481
  2. 2 Sharp Memorial Hospital
    7901 Frost St, San Diego, CA 92123
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (858) 939-3400
  3. 3 Sam Elsheikh MD Inc.
    5565 Grossmont Center Dr Ste 1, La Mesa, CA 91942
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 297-4481
  4. 4 Sharp Chula Vista Medical Center
    751 Medical Center Ct, Chula Vista, CA 91911
    Icon Directions Right Arrow Directions Phone Icon (619) 502-5800

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Likelihood to recommend Dr. Chavakula
4.7
Based on 3 Reviews
5 Stars (2)
4 Stars (1)
3 Stars (0)
2 Stars (0)
1 Star (0)

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Apr 29, 2023
Very impressed with the thoroughness and what to expect in a very lengthy and arduous surgery.
Jessica Reyes — Apr 29, 2023
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Neurosurgery
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Education

Education

Medical Education
  • Brigham and Women's Hospital
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Board Certifications

Board Certifications
  • Neurosurgery
Board Certifications
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Frequently Asked Questions

Dr. Chavakula accepts ADVANTAGE Health Solutions, Inc., Aetna and Anthem Blue Cross as well as many others. See all of the insurances Dr. Chavakula accepts here.

Dr. Chavakula frequently sees patients for Subdural Hemorrhage.

Dr. Chavakula has a star rating of 4.7/5 and has been reviewed 3 times.

Dr. Chavakula is board certified in Neurosurgery.

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Hospital Affiliations

  • Sharp Memorial Hospital
  • Sharp Grossmont Hospital

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Preventive care: what doctors want you to know

Preventive care can help identify current or future health and medical concerns before they become major.

  1. Hepatitis C Screening: Questions for the Doctor

    Everyone ages 18 to 79 needs to get tested for hepatitis C. (USPSTF)

  2. Protect Yourself from Seasonal Flu

    Get the flu vaccine every year to protect yourself and others from the flu. (ACIP)

  3. Talk with Your Doctor About Depression

    Talk with your doctor about how you are feeling if you have been sad, down, or hopeless. (USPSTF)

  4. Get Your Well-Woman Visit Every Year

    See a doctor or nurse for a checkup once a year. (HRSA)

  5. Watch for Warning Signs of Relationship Violence

    If you think your partner might be abusive, talk with your doctor about getting help. (USPSTF)

  6. Get Screened for Cervical Cancer

    Get a Pap test every 3 years. If you get a Pap test and an HPV test, you can get screened every 5 years instead. (USPSTF)

  7. Get Tested for HIV

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  8. Get Your Blood Pressure Checked

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  9. Drink Alcohol Only in Moderation

    If you are concerned about your drinking, ask your doctor about screening and counseling. (USPSTF)

  10. Get Vaccines to Protect Your Health (Adults Ages 19 to 49 Years)

    Get important adult shots (vaccinations). (ACIP)

  11. Get Enough Folic Acid

    Learn why women your age need folic acid. (USPSTF)

  12. Quit Smoking

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  13. Talk with Your Doctor About Drug Misuse

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