Summary

Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya specializes in oncology and ophthalmology, bringing a unique dual expertise to treating cancer conditions that affect the eye. They graduated from Albany Medical College and have practiced medicine for three decades. Dr. Mruthyunjaya is fluent in English.

Dr. Mruthyunjaya practices at Duke University Hospital and sees patients in Palo Alto, California. They focus on treating serious eye conditions including eye cancer, intraocular melanoma, and age-related macular degeneration. Dr. Mruthyunjaya performs advanced diagnostic procedures such as retinal imaging and optical coherence tomography, along with comprehensive eye exams. Patients rate Dr. Mruthyunjaya 4.0 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4
  • 30 years of experience
  • 69 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks English
  • Albany Medical College
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 19 areas of expertise
  • 1 board certification
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 1 office location

Patients’ Perspective

  • Gave an accurate diagnosis
  • Had a good bedside manner
  • Spent time with me

Office Location

Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya

2452 Watson CtPalo Alto, CA 94303

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Dr. Prithvi MruthyunjayaDr. Virginia Von Schaefer, MDDr. James Norman Lowder, MDDr. Ilana Traynis, MD
OncologyOncologyOncologyOphthalmology
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
30 Years of Experience 43 Years of Experience 48 Years of Experience 13 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option Virtual Visit Available No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks English Speaks English
Palo Alto , CASan Clemente , CADublin , CAMartinez , CA
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Case Western Reserve University School Of Medicine Med School: Tufts University School Of Medicine
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - HMO
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Affinity Health Plan
  • Alameda Alliance for Health
  • Alameda Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Alignment Health Plan
  • Alignment Health Plan - HMO
  • AllCare Health
  • AllCare Health - IPA
  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Oklahoma
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicaid (Managed)
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - Medicare
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California - Medicare
  • Central California Alliance for Health - Medicaid (Managed)
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Contra Costa Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • ESSENCE Healthcare
  • GEMCare Health Plan
  • Health Net
  • Health Net - HMO
  • Health Net - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of Nevada
  • Health Plan of San Joaquin - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Health Plan of San Mateo - Medicare
  • Humana
  • Humana - HMO
  • Humana - Medicare
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid
  • Kaiser Permanente - Medicaid (Managed)
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicaid
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Optum Health
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan
  • Santa Clara Family Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • SCAN Health Plan
  • SCAN Health Plan - HMO
  • SCAN Health Plan - Medicare
  • Sierra Health and Life
  • Stanford Health Care Advantage
  • Tricare
  • Tricare - Medicare
  • Triwest Healthcare Alliance
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare Oxford
  • Valley Health Plan
  • Valley Health Plan - HMO
  • Valley Health Plan - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Wellcare

Medical Specialties

Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya has the following 19 areas of expertise

  • Blindness
  • Cataract
  • Chemotherapy
  • Diabetic Eye Disease (Diabetic Retinopathy)
  • Diabetic Retinopathy
  • Eye Cancer
  • Eye Exam
  • Eye Pain
  • Glaucoma
  • Lasik Surgery
  • Lymphoma
  • Macular Degeneration
  • Oncologist
  • Ophthalmologist
  • Retina Surgery
  • Retinal Detachment
  • Retinal Disorders
  • Retinoblastoma
  • Vision Issues

Certifications, License, & Education

30 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, California, 2026, Expired

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Albany Medical CollegeGraduated in 1996

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya's office located?
Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya's office is located at 2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA, 94303.
Does Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya accept my insurance?
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What languages does Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya speak?
Dr. Prithvi Mruthyunjaya speaks English.
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