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.

Overview based on verified provider data

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

Prithvi Mruthyunjaya

2452 Watson CtPalo Alto, CA 94303

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Speaks English Speaks English
Palo Alto , CASan Clemente , CAWalnut Creek , CASan Francisco , CA
Med School: Albany Medical College Med School: Columbia University College Of Physicians & Surgeons Med School: Yale University School Of Medicine Med School: HOWARD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF MEDICINE
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Insurance Plans Accepted by 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

Prithvi Mruthyunjaya has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

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

Prithvi Mruthyunjaya holds an expired medical license in the state of California.

Medical License

Medical Doctor with an expired medical license in the state of California that expired in 2026.

Education & Training

Medical School

Graduated from Albany Medical College in 1996.

NPI Number

Prithvi Mruthyunjaya's NPI number is 1073670477.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does Prithvi Mruthyunjaya accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
Prithvi Mruthyunjaya has not indicated that they accept virtual/teleheatlh appointments. Contact their office through their Vitals profile to check for availability.
Where is Prithvi Mruthyunjaya's office located?
Prithvi Mruthyunjaya's office is located at 2452 Watson Ct, Palo Alto, CA, 94303.
Which hospitals is Prithvi Mruthyunjaya affiliated with?
Prithvi Mruthyunjaya is affiliated with Duke University Hospital.
Does Prithvi Mruthyunjaya accept my insurance?
You can see the insurance plans that Prithvi Mruthyunjaya accepts on their Vitals profile.
What languages does Prithvi Mruthyunjaya speak?
Prithvi Mruthyunjaya speaks English.

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