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Who is Dr. Ponna, Internist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA with 1 additional practice location. Dr. Ponna is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponna’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponna’s office at (318) 675-5000.
What languages does Dr. Ponna speak?
Dr. Ponna and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Ponna typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Ponna 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. Ponna. 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:
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Bipolar Type
- Schizoaffective Disorder, Depressive Type
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic Disorder
- Schizoaffective disorder
- Depression
- Bipolar schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic mood disorder
- Schizophrenia with bipolar features
- Depressive schizoaffective illness
- Psychotic depression
- Schizophrenia with depressive features
ICD-10 Codes:
- F250: Schizoaffective disorder, bipolar type
- F251: Schizoaffective disorder, depressive type
Also known as:
- Bipolar Disorder with Severe Manic Episode and Psychosis
- Bipolar Disorder
- Psychotic bipolar mania
- Severe bipolar with delusions
- Bipolar with manic psychosis
- Manic depression
- Bipolar illness
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F312: Bipolar disorder, current episode manic severe with psychotic features
- F319: Bipolar disorder, unspecified
Also known as:
- Cigarette Addiction
- Smoking
- Smoking Addiction
- Nicotine Dependence from Cigarettes
- Tobacco Addiction
ICD-10 Codes:
- F17210: Nicotine dependence, cigarettes, uncomplicated
Also known as:
- Recurrent Severe Depression
- Depression
- Chronic severe depression
- Repeated severe depressive episodes
- Clinical depression
ICD-10 Codes:
- F332: Major depressive disorder, recurrent severe without psychotic features
Also known as:
- Paranoid Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia
- Schizophrenia with Paranoia
- Paranoid Psychosis
- Delusional Schizophrenia
- Psychotic disorder
- Thought disorder
- Mental illness with psychosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- F200: Paranoid schizophrenia
- F209: Schizophrenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Ponna typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna 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. Ponna's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ponna accept my insurance?
Dr. Ponna accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 675-5000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ponna accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Ponna in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Cigna Group
Corporate Services
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Health Care Service Corporation
MHH Healthcare
MultiPlan Corporation
State of Oklahoma
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ponna's office located?
Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna's Primary Practice
1541 Kings Hwy
Shreveport, LA 71103
(318) 675-5000
What is Dr. Ponna's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ponna's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1659807774.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponna?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ponna
What is Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna's specialty?
Dr. Ponna is a Internist near Shreveport, LA.
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. Pramod Kumar Ponna affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Ponna is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Oklahoma Childrens Hospital Ou Health, Unty Health Center. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Pramod Kumar Ponna accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Pramod Kumar Ponna offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ponna's office at (318) 675-5000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Pramod Kumar Ponna?
Please contact Dr. Ponna's office at (318) 675-5000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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