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Who is Dr. Puvvula, Internist in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Moreno Valley, CA. Dr. Puvvula graduated from Guntur Medical College and completed her residency at Loma Linda University Program A. Dr. Puvvula is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puvvula’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puvvula’s office at (951) 486-5700.
Where did Dr. Puvvula go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Loma Linda University Program A
Medical School: Guntur Medical College
What languages does Dr. Puvvula speak?
Dr. Puvvula and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Puvvula typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Puvvula 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. Puvvula. 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:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gastrointestinal Bleeding
- Gastrointestinal (GI) Bleeding
- GI Bleeding
- Internal Digestive Bleeding
- Digestive Tract Hemorrhage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K922: Gastrointestinal hemorrhage, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Brain Disorder
- Brain Disease
- Brain Dysfunction
- Brain Condition
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9349: Other encephalopathy
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Systolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFrEF
- Sudden Worsening Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Pumping Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5023: Acute on chronic systolic (congestive) heart failure
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 an Internist like Dr. Puvvula typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
Please contact Dr. Puvvula's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Puvvula accept my insurance?
Dr. Puvvula accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (951) 486-5700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puvvula accept in Moreno Valley, CA?
Dr. Puvvula in Moreno Valley, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
All Other Third Party
Inland Empire Health Plan
Inland Faculty Medical Group, Inc
Medicare
OptumRx Administered Payer
Other Health Care Provider
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puvvula's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula's Primary Practice
26520 Cactus Ave
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
(951) 486-5700
What is Dr. Puvvula's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puvvula's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1295848174.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puvvula?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puvvula
What is Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula's specialty?
Dr. Puvvula is a Internist near Moreno Valley, CA.
What does an Internist do?
A physician who provides long-term, comprehensive care in the office and the hospital, managing both common and complex illness of adolescents, adults and the elderly. Internists are trained in the diagnosis and treatment of cancer, infections and diseases affecting the heart, blood, kidneys, joints and digestive, respiratory and vascular systems. They are also trained in the essentials of primary care internal medicine, which incorporates an understanding of disease prevention, wellness, substance abuse, mental health and effective treatment of common problems of the eyes, ears, skin, nervous system and reproductive organs.
Is this Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puvvula is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Riverside University Health System - Medical Center, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Parkview Community Hospital Medical Center, Menifee Global Medical Center, Corona Regional Medical Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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
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Is Lakshmi Puvvula accepting new patients in Moreno Valley, CA?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Puvvula offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puvvula's office at (951) 486-5700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Puvvula?
Please contact Dr. Puvvula's office at (951) 486-5700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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