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Who is Dr. Puri, Nephrologist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Sonika Puri, MD is a Nephrologist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. She is board certified. Dr. Puri is fluent in English, Hindi, and Panjabi; Punjabi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puri’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puri’s office.
Is Dr. Puri board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Sonika Puri, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Puri speak?
Dr. Puri and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Panjabi; Punjabi
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Puri typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Puri 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. Puri. 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:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Long-Term Drug Therapy
- Chronic medication use
- Ongoing drug treatment
- Extended drug therapy
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z79899: Other long term (current) drug therapy
Also known as:
- Awaiting Organ Transplant
- Organ Transplantation
- Organ transplant waitlist
- On transplant list
- Pre-transplant status
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7682: Awaiting organ transplant status
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Pre-Procedure Heart Examination
- Pre-Surgery Cardiac Checkup
- Heart Health Assessment (Before Procedure)
- Cardiovascular Clearance Exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01810: Encounter for preprocedural cardiovascular examination
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Puri typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Puri 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. Puri. 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:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Puri accept my insurance?
Dr. Puri 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. Puri accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Puri in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
BCBS Unspecified
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
State of Maryland
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Puri's office located?
What is Dr. Puri's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puri's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1871757583.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puri?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puri
What is Dr. Sonika Puri's specialty?
Dr. Puri is a Nephrologist near Washington, DC.
What does a Nephrologist do?
An internist who manages disorders related to the kidneys, including high blood pressure, fluid and mineral balance, and dialysis for waste removal when kidney function is impaired. This specialist also collaborates with surgeons regarding kidney transplantation.
Is this Dr. Sonika Puri affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Puri is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Franklin Square Medical Center, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Tidalhealth Nanticoke, Medstar St. Mary's Hospital, Adventist Healthcare White Oak 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
When to see a Nephrologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sonika Puri accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Sonika Puri is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sonika Puri offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puri's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sonika Puri?
Please contact Dr. Puri's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sonika Puri have?
Dr. Sonika Puri is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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3800 Reservoir Rd NW
Washington, DC 20007