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Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD

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Specializes in: Adult Gastroenterology
University of Illinois College of Medicine (2008)
Professional interests include: inflammatory bowel disease, eosinophilic esophagitis (EoE), chronic pancreatitis, and more.
5350 Tallman Avenue Northwest Suite 520
Seattle, WA 98107

Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD is a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA specializing in adult gastroenterology. She graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2008 and has 18 years of experience. Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD is affiliated with Swedish Medical Center and Providence.

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Office Locations

5350 Tallman Avenue Northwest Suite 520
Seattle, WA 98107
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Some issues Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD can help you with:

Anorexia

Anorexia nervosa, commonly referred to as anorexia, is a disorder where people severely restrict the types and quantity of food they eat. People with anorexia have an extreme fear of eating and gaining weight, and may perceive weight loss as a way to achieve happiness. They may repeatedly weigh themselves or engage in harmful behaviors such as excessive exercise or starvation. Those with anorexia often find themselves preoccupied with food, but unable to consume a normal amount of it, resulting in symptoms such as:

-Abnormally low BMI (body mass index)

-Vitamin deficiency

-Fatigue

-Fainting

-Amenorrhea (lack of menstruation in women)

-Emaciation

-Poor wound healing

-Anemia

-Irregular heart rhythms

Anorexia may also cause bluish discoloration of the hands, brittle and falling out hair, yellowish skin, and lanugo (fine, downy hair). These physical symptoms are frequently accompanied by altered behaviors and emotions. Those with anorexia may feel compelled to hide their weight and actions from others. For example, someone with anorexia may wear oversized or baggy clothing to conceal weight loss or may deny hunger or lie about the amount of food that he or she consumes. Some people with anorexia may withdraw from social activities and may experience irritability and depression.

People of all ages, genders, and races may be diagnosed with anorexia; however, the condition affects more women than men. There is no single known cause for anorexia, but biological, psychological, and environmental factors may play a role. Athletes who participate in certain sports that emphasize body shape and size (such as ballet, figure skating, and wrestling) may be more likely to develop anorexia.

Anorexia has two subtypes that are referred to as the restrictive type and binge-purge type.

Restrictive type is the more frequently represented form of anorexia, involving the extreme restriction of food. Binge-purge type anorexia is food restriction accompanied by episodes of binging (eating large quantities of food) and purging (vomiting). Binge-purge type anorexia differs from bulimia as people with this type of anorexia severely limit calories and purge most of what they eat and are generally underweight, while those with bulimia are in a normal weight range. Left untreated, both types of anorexia have severe and life-threatening effects on health. Anorexia can lead to heart failure and even death.

Many people do not consciously develop anorexia, and have difficulty seeking treatment. For this reason, early detection and treatment helps with long-term recovery outcomes. Treatment for anorexia can vary from therapy visits to inpatient treatment, depending on the severity of a person's anorexia. Severe anorexia is typically treated in inpatient rehabilitation facilities, where patients increase their food consumption and gain weight under medical supervision. Eating disorder specialists provide therapy sessions and oversee a physical and mental treatment plan. Outpatient programs help patients return to a healthy weight through frequent talk therapy or cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) sessions, specialized nutrition plans, and eating disorder support groups. Anorexia treatment aims to not only restore physical health and correct negative behaviors, but to also promote psychological well-being and self-confidence.

Colonoscopy

Colonoscopy is the use of a special tool called a colonoscope (a thin, flexible tube with a camera on the end) to examine the inside of the colon and rectum. The tube is typically inserted anally, and it allows the physician to examine the large intestine from the inside. It may be done at any time to diagnose bowel problems, but routine colonoscopies are advised after the age of 50 to screen for colon cancer.

A colonoscopy may be performed to diagnose:

  • Intestinal ulcers
  • Polyps
  • Bowel cancer
  • An unidentified source of pain or bleeding in the intestine

Patients may be asked to drink only liquids in the days before a colonoscopy, or they may be given an enema to remove residual fecal matter. Before the exam, patients are given medication to help them relax, and then lay on their side on a table. The scope is inserted into the anus and gently moved all the way through the large intestine. Air may be pumped into the intestine to improve the view for the physician. Any polyps that are found will be removed. Then the colonoscope will be withdrawn. A colonoscopy is not usually painful, but patients may feel some bloating or have some cramps right afterward. If patients have polyps removed, they might experience a small amount of bleeding. Any side effects should go away within a few hours.

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2012 Medicare Procedure Volume

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

doctor visit 239

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2015 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2015 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 18
gastrointestinal procedures 18
minimally invasive procedures 18
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 18

2015 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 48
Female 38
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 44
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 36
From 75 to 84 0
85 and over 0
Less than 65 28

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2015

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 58
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 49
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 56
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 0
Atrial Fibrilation 0
Heart Failure 40
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 28
Diabetes 51
Dementia 0
Cancer 0

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2016 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2016 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 136
doctor visit 65
gastrointestinal procedures 239
minimally invasive procedures 239
preventive care 20
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 136

2016 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 105
Female 130
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 156
Black 33
Hispanic 0
Asian 28
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 93
From 75 to 84 61
85 and over 41
Less than 65 40

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2016

Hypertension 75
High Cholesterol 56
Stroke 10
Ischemic Heart Disease 46
Depression 37
Chronic Kidney Disease 59
Asthma 27
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 23
Heart Failure 44
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 23
Diabetes 40
Dementia 20
Cancer 15

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2017 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2017 were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 115
doctor visit 77
gastrointestinal procedures 127
minimally invasive procedures 127
preventive care 12
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 115

2017 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 59
Female 95
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 97
Black 17
Hispanic 0
Asian 18
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 64
From 75 to 84 36
85 and over 21
Less than 65 33

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2017

Hypertension 66
High Cholesterol 36
Stroke 8
Ischemic Heart Disease 25
Depression 33
Chronic Kidney Disease 45
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 10
Atrial Fibrilation 16
Heart Failure 27
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 20
Diabetes 34
Dementia 16
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2018 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2018 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 146
doctor visit 79
gastrointestinal procedures 146
minimally invasive procedures 146
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 146

2018 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 50
Female 101
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 116
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 16
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 85
From 75 to 84 33
85 and over 14
Less than 65 19

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2018

Hypertension 51
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 23
Depression 34
Chronic Kidney Disease 26
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 7
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 20
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 18
Dementia 12
Cancer 7

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2019 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2019 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 130
doctor visit 60
gastrointestinal procedures 130
minimally invasive procedures 130
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 130

2019 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 50
Female 88
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 101
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 80
From 75 to 84 27
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2019

Hypertension 50
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 35
Chronic Kidney Disease 28
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 9
Atrial Fibrilation 10
Heart Failure 17
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 9
Diabetes 22
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2020 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2020 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 101
doctor visit 68
gastrointestinal procedures 101
minimally invasive procedures 101
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 101

2020 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 49
Female 69
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 92
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 0
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 60
From 75 to 84 31
85 and over 0
Less than 65 0

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2020

Hypertension 49
High Cholesterol 42
Stroke 0
Ischemic Heart Disease 31
Depression 38
Chronic Kidney Disease 32
Asthma 0
Osteoperosis 16
Atrial Fibrilation 9
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 0
Diabetes 23
Dementia 12
Cancer 13

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2021 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2021 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 123
doctor visit 41
gastrointestinal procedures 123
minimally invasive procedures 123
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 123

2021 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 58
Female 91
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 116
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 13
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 77
From 75 to 84 36
85 and over 21
Less than 65 15

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2021

Hypertension 54
High Cholesterol 46
Stroke 9
Ischemic Heart Disease 30
Depression 30
Chronic Kidney Disease 34
Asthma 9
Osteoperosis 15
Atrial Fibrilation 17
Heart Failure 19
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 21
Dementia 10
Cancer 14

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

2022 Medicare Procedure Volume

The top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA during 2022 were removal of lesion (e.g. growth), minimally invasive procedures, diagnostic procedures and gastrointestinal procedures.

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

diagnostic procedures 136
doctor visit 12
gastrointestinal procedures 136
minimally invasive procedures 136
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 136

2022 Medicare Patient Data

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 69
Female 84
Ethnicity
Non-Hispanic White 115
Black 0
Hispanic 0
Asian 17
Other 0
Native American 0
Age
From 65 to 74 80
From 75 to 84 43
85 and over 16
Less than 65 14

Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD in 2022

Hypertension 55
High Cholesterol 67
Stroke 14
Ischemic Heart Disease 16
Depression 20
Chronic Kidney Disease 25
Asthma 12
Osteoperosis 14
Atrial Fibrilation 18
Heart Failure 18
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 8
Diabetes 25
Dementia 8
Cancer 18

Medicare Procedure and Patient Information

Average Medicare Procedure Volume From 2012 - 2022

Volume of procedures performed by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD for Medicare patients.

The highest averages for the top procedures that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated as a gastroenterologist in Seattle, WA were minimally invasive procedures, gastrointestinal procedures, removal of lesion (e.g. growth) and diagnostic procedures.

diagnostic procedures 113
doctor visit 80
gastrointestinal procedures 127
minimally invasive procedures 127
preventive care 16
removal of lesion (e.g. growth) 113

Average Medicare Patient Data From 2012 - 2022

Information about Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD.

Gender
Male 54
Female 77
Ethnicity
Black / African American 5
Asian / Pacific Islander 10
Non-Hispanic White 93
Native American / Alaskan Native 0
Hispanic 0
Other 0
Age
75 to 84 29
85 and over 12
Less than 65 16
65 to 74 63

Average of Total of Conditions of Medicare patients treated by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD From 2012 - 2022

The highest averages of the most common conditions of Medicare patients that Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD treated were hypertension, high cholesterol, chronic kidney disease and depression.

Hypertension 52
High Cholesterol 43
Stroke 4
Ischemic Heart Disease 27
Depression 29
Chronic Kidney Disease 33
Asthma 9
Osteoporosis 9
Heart Failure 22
Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease 11
Diabetes 26
Atrial Fibrillation 11
Dementia 9
Cancer 10

Education & Training

Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD graduated from University of Illinois College of Medicine in 2008. She completed residency at University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals. She is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine and has a state license in Washington.

Medical School: University of Illinois College of Medicine (2008)

Residency: University of Michigan Affiliated Hospitals (2011)

Board Certification: American Board of Internal Medicine, Internal Medicine

Licensed In: Washington

Affiliations & Hospitals

Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD is associated with these hospitals and organizations:

Swedish Medical Center
Providence

Insurance Information

Please note: Insurance information may change at any time, and the provider may accept your insurance plan even if it is not listed below. Please contact the provider's office to confirm that your insurance is accepted.

Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD appears to accept the following insurance providers: Humana PPO, Aetna PPO, Wellcare Medicare (HMO), CIGNA PPO, Medicare Advantage, Humana Medicare Advantage, Interplan PPO, TriWest, United Healthcare, TRICARE, Medicaid, Humana, Cigna, United Healthcare Medicaid, OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health), United Healthcare PPO, Providence, Humana HMO, First Health, Kaiser Permanente, Aetna Medicare PPO, Carelon PPO, Ambetter Cascade Select, Ambetter Cascade Care, Premera, Evernorth PPO, Seven Corners, First Choice PPO and Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO.

Insurance Accepted by Provider includes:

According to our sources, Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD accepts the following insurance providers:

Humana PPO
Aetna PPO
Wellcare Medicare (HMO)
CIGNA PPO
Medicare Advantage
Humana Medicare Advantage
Interplan PPO
TriWest
United Healthcare
TRICARE
Medicaid
Humana
Cigna
United Healthcare Medicaid
OptumHealth Behavioral Solutions (United Behavioral Health)
United Healthcare PPO
Providence
Humana HMO
First Health
Kaiser Permanente
Aetna Medicare PPO
Carelon PPO
Ambetter Cascade Select
Ambetter Cascade Care
Premera
Evernorth PPO
Seven Corners
First Choice PPO
Regence BlueShield of Washington PPO

Ratings & Reviews

Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD has an exceptional overall rating with an average of 4.89 out of 5 stars based on 75 ratings. We collect ratings and reviews of Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD from all over the web to help you find the right in Seattle, WA. 

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Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-05-25
Patient verified via Press Ganey
I have consistently had excellent experiences with the team of Dr's at Sweedish. Unfortunately I have needed more medical care than the usual patient (due to multiple cancer issues ) and my care has always been amazing! I have praised Swedish medical group to everyone I know! I honestly believe that I would not be alive today without the wonderful doctors and support staff there!!!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-02-18
Patient verified via Press Ganey
My experiences have always been good. I feel like I am heard, and the doctors are interested in my wellbeing, for which I am very grateful. I especially like that Swedish is concerned about the importance of being whole and that diet and exercise are very, very important and can prevent many health problems. Please continue on this path.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-06-24
Patient verified via Press Ganey
She is above and beyond the best care provider I've ever had! AND anytime I've admitted in the hospital all the nurses and doctors always say how great she is, too! Pretty special when doctors are saying they would want to go to her for their GI care! Please take great care of her, everyone loves her and she and her team are 10/10!!!
Overall Rating: 3.0 2026-01-02
Patient verified via Press Ganey
She is good at providing care and seems to be knowledgeable and explains things when asked, but she is very slow to respond to my chart messages. This often requires a follow up phone call or two. Getting results and follow up from procedures is also very slow. I have considered switching providers because of this.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2022-10-26
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Dr. Padhya took the time to listen to me, addressed my concerns, and helped me to find a care plan that would work for me. These may seem like simple, basic things but I'm finding this level of care to be very difficult to find. I felt seen and heard and I can not thank Dr. Padhya enough for that.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2023-09-17
Patient verified via Press Ganey
It was a great relief to meet Dr Padhya. It was something that had been missing up until that point. She showed knowledge and expertise in my condition that no one else has before. She recognized that my healthcare is my choice and that I should have a say in all matters.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-03-23
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Dr. Padhya is knowledgeable, approachable, thorough, and very thoughtful in her patient care. Precisely what is needed in this field of medicine. I feel reassured and appreciate the clear plan for follow up and decision making. Thank you!
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-10-25
Patient verified via Press Ganey
She is incredible and I have been recommending her to everyone as I've started to discover other friends who have UC or Crohns. Treated me with dignity and respect, and was the first doctor who made me feel some hope about my condition.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2025-07-15
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Dr Padhya is a very caring physician. She listened to very thing I said, answered all my questions and was concerned about my health. I look forward to having her treat me with future concerns. A very lovely individual.
Overall Rating: 5.0 2024-02-14
Patient verified via Press Ganey
Good experience with provider and care coordinator. Hard to get an appointment and person I spoke with to schedule my appointment could have been nicer and more courteous (I don't have his name).

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General Payments

These charts describe general payments received by Dr. Kunjali T. Padhya, MD. Doctors may receive payments for a number of reasons, including meal compensation, travel compensation, and consulting.

Payments by Company
Boston Scientific Corporation $920 EXALT Model D
$416 		EXALT MODEL D CONTROLLER
$123 		RESOLUTION CLIP
$100 		WATCHMAN Access System
$83 		EXALT
$37 		Other
$162
AbbVie, Inc. $508 Humira
$122 		Lupron
$116 		Viekira
$47 		Creon
$23
$201
Gilead Sciences, Inc. $170 Epclusa
$103
$67
Enterra Medical, Inc. $167
$167
Zimmer Biomet Holdings, Inc. $159 Product Portfolio
$98 		Rib Fix Blu
$61
Other $513 Uceris
$123 		ENTYVIO
$112 		Rinvoq
$109 		XIFAXAN
$100 		DUPIXENT
$23 		Other
$46
Types of Payments
Food and Beverage $2,437

Biography

Dr. Kunjali Padhya is a specialist in adult gastroenterology in Seattle, WA. These areas are among Dr. Padhya's clinical interests: achalasia, celiac disease, and gastric (stomach) ulcer. Patients gave her an average rating of 5.0 stars (out of 5). HealthSmart, Coventry, and CIGNA Plans are among the insurance carriers that Dr. Padhya honors. Before performing her residency at a hospital affiliated with the University of Michigan, Dr. Padhya attended the University of Illinois College of Medicine for medical school. Dr. Padhya (or staff) speaks the following foreign languages: Gujarati and Hindi. She is affiliated with Providence and Swedish Medical Center. Dr. Padhya has an open panel in Seattle, WA according to Doctor.com.

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