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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gunta, Pediatric Nephrologist in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Sujana Gunta is a Pediatric Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Oceanside, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Gunta graduated from Topiwala National Medical College. Dr. Gunta is fluent in English and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gunta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gunta’s office at (760) 631-5000.
Where did Dr. Gunta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Topiwala National Medical College | East Tennessee State University James H. Quillen College of Medicine
Is Dr. Gunta board certified as a Pediatric Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sujana Gunta is board certified by the American Board of Pediatrics
What languages does Dr. Gunta speak?
Dr. Gunta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Telugu
What conditions does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Gunta typically treat?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, Dr. Gunta 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. Gunta. 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:
- General Health Screening
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- Routine Check-up
- Preventive Health Exam
- Wellness Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z139: Encounter for screening, unspecified
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Routine Child Health Examination (Normal Findings)
- Health Checkup
- Normal Well-Child Checkup
- Child Physical Exam (No Issues)
- Routine Pediatric Exam (Clear)
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z00129: Encounter for routine child health examination without abnormal findings
What procedures does a Pediatric Nephrologist like Dr. Gunta typically perform?
As a Pediatric Nephrologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sujana Gunta may include:
- Dialysis
- Kidney and Urinary Perfusion Scan
- Kidney Biopsy
- Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Ultrasound
- Nephrology Consultation
- Nephrology Follow Up
- Peritoneal Dialysis
Please contact Dr. Gunta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gunta accept my insurance?
Dr. Gunta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (760) 631-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gunta accept in Oceanside, CA?
Dr. Gunta in Oceanside, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Shield of California
Federal government of the United States
Jefferson Health
Molina Healthcare
Other Health Care Provider
Other Provider Networks
State of California
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gunta's office located?
What is Dr. Gunta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gunta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932304342.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gunta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gunta
What is Dr. Sujana Gunta's specialty?
Dr. Gunta is a Pediatric Nephrologist near Oceanside, CA.
What does a Pediatric Nephrologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the normal and abnormal development and maturation of the kidneys and urinary tract. This expert focuses on understanding the mechanisms of kidney damage, evaluating and treating renal diseases, managing fluid and electrolyte imbalances, addressing hypertension, and overseeing renal replacement therapy.
Is this Dr. Sujana Gunta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gunta is affiliated with Palomar Medical Center Escondido, Tri-City Medical Center, Scripps Memorial Hospital Encinitas 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
When to see a Pediatric Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sujana Gunta accepting new patients in Oceanside, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sujana Gunta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sujana Gunta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gunta's office at (760) 631-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sujana Gunta?
Please contact Dr. Gunta's office at (760) 631-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sujana Gunta have?
Dr. Sujana Gunta is certified by the American Board of Pediatrics.
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