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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Lakhani, Internist in Abington, PA?
Dr. Sunita Lakhani, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Abington, PA. Dr. Lakhani is currently affiliated with Abington Memorial Hospital - Gme Office. Dr. Lakhani is fluent in English and Sindhi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Lakhani’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Lakhani’s office at (215) 481-2222.
What languages does Dr. Lakhani speak?
Dr. Lakhani and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Sindhi
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Lakhani typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Lakhani 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. Lakhani. 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:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Changes in Mental State
- Mental Disorder
- Confusion
- Disorientation
- Changes in awareness
ICD-10 Codes:
- R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
ICD-10 Codes:
- I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation
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:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Lakhani typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Sunita Lakhani 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. Lakhani's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Lakhani accept my insurance?
Dr. Lakhani accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 481-2222 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Lakhani accept in Abington, PA?
Dr. Lakhani in Abington, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Independence Health Group
Independent Health Association
Jefferson Health
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Lakhani's office located?
Abington Memorial Hospital - Gme Office
1200 Old York Rd
Abington, PA 19001
(215) 481-2222
What is Dr. Lakhani's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Lakhani's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174142947.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Lakhani?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Lakhani
What is Dr. Sunita Lakhani's specialty?
Dr. Lakhani is a Internist near Abington, PA.
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. Sunita Lakhani affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Lakhani is affiliated with Jefferson Abington Hospital, Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital, Reading Hospital Tower Health which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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
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Is Sunita Lakhani accepting new patients in Abington, PA?
Yes, Dr. Sunita Lakhani is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sunita Lakhani offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Lakhani's office at (215) 481-2222 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sunita Lakhani?
Please contact Dr. Lakhani's office at (215) 481-2222 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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Connect with DR. Lakhani
Abington Memorial Hospital - Gme Office
1200 Old York Rd
Abington, PA 19001