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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Punukollu, Gastroenterologist in Mount Pleasant, PA?
Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Mount Pleasant, PA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Punukollu is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punukollu’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punukollu’s office at (724) 532-5360.
Where did Dr. Punukollu go to medical school and complete their residency?
What languages does Dr. Punukollu speak?
Dr. Punukollu and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Punukollu typically treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Punukollu 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. Punukollu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Chronic Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Chronic gastritis
- Long-term stomach inflammation
- Persistent stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding
Also known as:
- Cirrhosis
- Liver scarring
- End-stage liver disease
- Chronic liver failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- K7460: Unspecified cirrhosis of liver
Also known as:
- GERD with Esophagitis
- Eosinophilic Esophagitis
- GERD
- Reflux Esophagitis
- Acid Reflux Esophagus Inflammation
- Heartburn with Esophagus Damage
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2100: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease with esophagitis, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Abdominal Pain
- Stomach Ache
- Belly Pain
- Stomach Pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R109: Unspecified abdominal pain
What procedures does a Gastroenterologist like Dr. Punukollu typically perform?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Punukollu performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Punukollu. 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 here.
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy with Polyp Removal
- Diagnostic Colonoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy
- Colon Biopsy
- Large Intestine Scope
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Polypectomy
- Colon Polyp Removal
- Colorectal Lesion Excision
- Colon Exam with Biopsy
- Lower Endoscopy
- Colon Cancer Screening
CPT Codes:
- 45380: Colonoscopy, flexible; with biopsy, single or multiple
- 45385: Colonoscopy, flexible; with removal of tumor(s), polyp(s), or other lesion(s) by snare technique
- 45378: Colonoscopy, flexible; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Also known as:
- Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Biopsy
- Endoscopy
- EGD with Biopsy
- Gastroscopy with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy with Biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 43239: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with biopsy, single or multiple
Also known as:
- Colonoscopy with Injections
- EGD with Esophageal Balloon Dilation
- Diagnostic Upper Endoscopy with Biopsy
- Colonoscopy
- Colorectal Cancer Screening Tests
- Flexible Colonoscopy with Injection
- Colon Scope with Medication
- Therapeutic Colonoscopy
- Upper Endoscopy with Esophageal Dilation
- Flexible Esophagoscopy with Balloon
- EGD with Balloon Widening
- EGD with Biopsy
- Esophagogastroduodenoscopy
- Upper GI Endoscopy
- Stomach Scope with Sample
CPT Codes:
- 45381: Colonoscopy, flexible; with directed submucosal injection(s), any substance
- 43249: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; with transendoscopic balloon dilation of esophagus (less than 30 mm diameter)
- 43235: Esophagogastroduodenoscopy, flexible, transoral; diagnostic, including collection of specimen(s) by brushing or washing, when performed (separate procedure)
Does Dr. Punukollu accept my insurance?
Dr. Punukollu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (724) 532-5360 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Punukollu accept in Mount Pleasant, PA?
Dr. Punukollu in Mount Pleasant, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Highmark Health
Medicare
Risant Health
Unknown
UPMC Health System
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Where is Dr. Punukollu's office located?
Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu's Primary Practice
508 S Church St Ste 100
Mount Pleasant, PA 15666
(724) 532-5360
Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu's Practice 2
100 Excela Health Dr Ste 202
Latrobe, PA 15650
Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu's Practice 3
443 Frye Farm Rd Ste 100
Greensburg, PA 15601
What is Dr. Punukollu's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Punukollu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1912014549.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punukollu?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Punukollu
What is Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu's specialty?
Dr. Punukollu is a Gastroenterologist near Mount Pleasant, PA.
What does a Gastroenterologist do?
An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs.
Is this Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Punukollu is affiliated with Independence Health Latrobe Hospital, Independence Health Westmoreland Hospital, Indiana Regional Medical Center 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 Chandrasekhara. Punukollu accepting new patients in Mount Pleasant, PA?
Yes, Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Chandrasekhara. Punukollu offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Punukollu's office at (724) 532-5360 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Chandrasekhara. Punukollu?
Please contact Dr. Punukollu's office at (724) 532-5360 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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