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Who is Dr. Karukonda, Radiation Oncologist in Durham, NC?
Dr. Pooja Karukonda, MD is a Radiation Oncologist, who primarily practices in Durham, NC with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Karukonda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Karukonda’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Karukonda’s office at (919) 668-5637.
What languages does Dr. Karukonda speak?
Dr. Karukonda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Karukonda typically treat?
As a Radiation Oncologist, Dr. Karukonda 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. Karukonda. 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:
- Lung Cancer
- Left Lung Cancer
- Bronchial Cancer
- Malignant Lung Tumor
- Upper Lobe Lung Cancer
- Right lung cancer
- Bronchial cancer
- Malignant neoplasm of lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- C3492: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of left bronchus or lung
- C3412: Malignant neoplasm of upper lobe, left bronchus or lung
- C3491: Malignant neoplasm of unspecified part of right bronchus or lung
Also known as:
- Secondary Brain Cancer
- Secondary Bone Cancer
- Brain Tumor
- Bone Cancer
- Metastatic brain cancer
- Brain metastases
- Cancer spread to brain
- Metastatic bone cancer
- Cancer spread to bone
- Bone metastases
ICD-10 Codes:
- C7931: Secondary malignant neoplasm of brain
- C7951: Secondary malignant neoplasm of bone
What procedures does a Radiation Oncologist like Dr. Karukonda typically perform?
As a Radiation Oncologist, procedures performed by Dr. Pooja Karukonda may include:
- Abdominal Aortic Aneurysm (AAA) Screening
- Abdominal Imaging
- Abdominal Radiology Consultation
- Angiography
- Arthrography
- Barium Swallow
- Bone Biopsy
- Bone Density Measurement / DXA Scan
Please contact Dr. Karukonda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Karukonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Karukonda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (919) 668-5637 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Karukonda accept in Durham, NC?
Dr. Karukonda in Durham, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alignment Healthcare
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina
Cigna Group
Medicare
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Where is Dr. Karukonda's office located?
Dr. Pooja Karukonda's Primary Practice
20 Duke Medicine Cir
Durham, NC 27710
(919) 668-5637
What is Dr. Karukonda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Karukonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245793512.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Karukonda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Karukonda
What is Dr. Pooja Karukonda's specialty?
Dr. Karukonda is a Radiation Oncologist near Durham, NC.
What does a Radiation Oncologist do?
A radiological oncologist specializes in the therapeutic applications of radiant energy and its modifiers. They focus on the study and management of diseases, particularly malignant tumors.
Is this Dr. Pooja Karukonda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Karukonda is affiliated with Duke University Hospital 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 Radiation Oncologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pooja Karukonda accepting new patients in Durham, NC?
Yes, Dr. Pooja Karukonda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pooja Karukonda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Karukonda's office at (919) 668-5637 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pooja Karukonda?
Please contact Dr. Karukonda's office at (919) 668-5637 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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