SP
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 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 a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Potluri typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
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:
- 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:
- 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Potluri typically 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
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
All Other Third Party
Capital Blue Cross
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Potluri's office located?
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.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
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.
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
When to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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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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