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21 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Puppala, Hospitalist in Houston, TX?
Dr. Lakshmi Puppala, MD is a Hospitalist, who primarily practices in Houston, TX with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 21 years and is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine. Dr. Puppala is fluent in English and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puppala’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puppala’s office.
Is Dr. Puppala board certified in Hospitalist?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Puppala, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puppala speak?
Dr. Puppala and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
What conditions does Dr. Puppala treat?
As a Hospitalist, Dr. Puppala 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. Puppala. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Which procedures does Dr. Puppala perform as a Hospitalist?
As a Hospitalist, procedures performed by a Dr. Lakshmi Puppala may include:
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puppala's office.
Does Dr. Puppala accept my insurance?
Dr. Puppala accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puppala accept in Houston, TX?
Dr. Puppala in Houston, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC)
Humana
Medicare
Molina
Other Health Care Provider
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Puppala's office located?
Dr. Lakshmi Puppala's Practice 3
5110 Buffalo Speedway Ste 200
Houston, TX 77005
(713) 363-7460
What is Dr. Puppala's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puppala's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477755510.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puppala?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puppala
What is Dr. Lakshmi Puppala's specialty?
Dr. Puppala is a Hospitalist near Houston, TX. Hospitalists are physicians dedicated primarily to the general medical care of hospitalized patients. Their roles encompass patient care, education, research, and leadership within the field of Hospital Medicine. The term "hospitalist" specifically refers to physicians who focus on delivering care to patients during their hospital stays. Contact Dr. Puppala to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Lakshmi Puppala affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puppala is affiliated with Memorial Hermann Memorial City Medical Center 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 Hospitalist?
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Is Lakshmi Puppala accepting new patients in Houston, TX?
Yes, Dr. Lakshmi Puppala is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Lakshmi Puppala offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puppala's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Lakshmi Puppala?
Please contact Dr. Puppala's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Lakshmi Puppala have?
Dr. Lakshmi Puppala is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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