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Dr. Sunitha Potluri, MD

Allentown, PA

24 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Potluri, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Sunitha Potluri, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Allentown, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 24 years and is board certified. Dr. Potluri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Potluri’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Potluri’s office at (908) 859-6700.

    Where did Dr. Potluri go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Medical School: Kansas City University of Medicine

    Is Dr. Potluri board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Yes, Dr. Sunitha Potluri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Potluri speak?

    Dr. Potluri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Potluri treat?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Potluri diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Potluri. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
    • Adult-Onset Diabetes
    • Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications

    Also known as:

    • Difficulty Walking
    • Walking Problems
    • Trouble Walking
    • Impaired Gait

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R262: Difficulty in walking, not elsewhere classified

    Also known as:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Other Muscle Disorder
    • Muscle Disorder
    • Various Muscle Conditions
    • Uncommon Muscle Problems
    • Specific Muscle Ailments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M6289: Other specified disorders of muscle

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Metabolic Brain Disorder
    • Brain Disease
    • Metabolic Encephalopathy
    • Brain Dysfunction from Metabolism

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • G9341: Metabolic encephalopathy

    Also known as:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    What procedures does Dr. Potluri perform?

    As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Potluri performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Potluri. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly.

    Also known as:

    • Swallowing Function Test
    • Dysphagia Tests
    • Dysphagia Evaluation
    • Oral Swallowing Assessment
    • Pharyngeal Swallowing Test
    • Swallowing Study

    CPT Codes:

    • 92610: Evaluation of oral and pharyngeal swallowing function

    Does Dr. Potluri accept my insurance?

    Dr. Potluri accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (908) 859-6700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Potluri accept in Allentown, PA?

    Dr. Potluri in Allentown, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Cooperative Benefit Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Express Scripts

    • Geisinger Health Plan

    • Health Partners Plans

    • HealthComp

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • State of Tennessee

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Potluri's office located?

    Dr. Sunitha Potluri's Primary Practice

    1627 Chew St

    Allentown, PA 18102

    (908) 859-6700

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    Dr. Sunitha Potluri's Practice 2

    1240 S Cedar Crest Blvd Ste 308

    Allentown, PA 18103

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    Dr. Sunitha Potluri's Practice 3

    642 State Route 93 Hwy

    Sugarloaf, PA 18249

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    What is Dr. Potluri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Potluri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1437321353.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Potluri?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Potluri

    What is Dr. Sunitha Potluri's specialty?

    Dr. Potluri is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Allentown, PA. An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals. Contact Dr. Potluri to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Sunitha Potluri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Potluri is affiliated with Lehigh Valley Health Network– Cedar Crest which is a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals

    Where can I learn more about Geriatric Medicine Specialist?

    Explore Geriatric Medicine Specialist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Sunitha Potluri accepting new patients in Allentown, PA?

    Yes, Dr. Sunitha Potluri is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sunitha Potluri offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Potluri's office at (908) 859-6700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Sunitha Potluri?

    Please contact Dr. Potluri's office at (908) 859-6700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Sunitha Potluri have?

    Dr. Sunitha Potluri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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