Summary

Dr. Bhavani Rao has practiced internal medicine and infectious disease for 55 years and is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Panorama City. She treats hyperlipidemia, high cholesterol in children and teens, and hypertension, and performs comprehensive metabolic panels, infusion clinic services, and intravenous antibiotics.

She completed her medical training at Osmania Medical College and her residency at King Drew Medical Center, and sees patients in Northridge and Panorama City, California. Patients on Vitals rate Dr. Rao 5 out of 5.

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Quick Facts

  • 5
  • 55 years of experience
  • 12 insurance plans accepted
  • King Drew Medical Center
  • 2 specialties
  • 9 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 3 office locations
  • Female

Patients’ Perspective

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

Office Locations

Dr. Bhavani S Rao has 3 locations

Rao Vyshali S Office

18134 Colchester WayNorthridge, CA 91326

Mission Community Hospital

14850 Roscoe BlvdPanorama City, CA 91402

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Speaks English, Spanish Speaks English, Tamil
Northridge , CADiamond Bar , CAFresno , CAPalo Alto , CA
Med School: Osmania Medical College Med School: University Of Damascus Faculty Of Medicine Med School: Universidad Autonoma De Guadalajara Facultad De Medicina Med School: Bassett Medical Center - Cooperstown, New York
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Bhavani S Rao

  • Anthem Blue Cross
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA
  • BLUE CROSS of CALIFORNIA - HMO
  • Blue Shield of California
  • Blue Shield of California - HMO
  • Kaiser Permanente
  • Kaiser Permanente - DHMO
  • Kaiser Permanente - HMO
  • L.A. Care Health Plan
  • L.A. Care Health Plan - HMO
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • UnitedHealthcare - HMO

Medical Specialties

Dr. Bhavani S Rao has the following 2 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Bhavani S Rao has the following 9 areas of expertise

  • AIDS/HIV (Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome)
  • Fever
  • Hepatitis C
  • HIV Infections
  • Human Immunodeficiency Virus (HIV/AIDS)
  • Immunization
  • Infection
  • Infectious Disease
  • Vaccination

Certifications, License, & Education

55 Years Experience

Dr. Bhavani S Rao holds an active medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an active medical license in the state of California that expires in 2027.

Education & Training

Residency

Completed their residency at King Drew Medical Center.

Medical School

Graduated from Osmania Medical College in 1971.

NPI Number

Dr. Rao's NPI number is 1083773667.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dr. Bhavani Rao accepting new patients?
Dr. Bhavani Rao has not indicated that they accept new patients. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Which hospitals is Dr. Bhavani Rao affiliated with?
Dr. Bhavani Rao is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente Medical Center Panorama City.
Does Dr. Bhavani Rao accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Dr. Bhavani Rao has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
How can I make an appointment with Dr. Bhavani Rao?
You can find contact information for Dr. Bhavani Rao here on Vitals.
Does Dr. Bhavani Rao accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Dr. Bhavani Rao accepts on their Vitals profile.

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