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Dr. Tunay Kuru, MD

Dr. Tunay Kuru, MD

Washington, DC

25 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Kuru, Critical Care Internist in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Tunay Kuru, MD is a Critical Care Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 25 years and is board certified. Dr. Kuru graduated from Washington University of Health and Sciences and completed her residency at Barnes-Jewish Hospital. Dr. Kuru is fluent in English, French, and Turkish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kuru’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kuru’s office at (202) 444-8830.

    Where did Dr. Kuru go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Fellowship: University of Michigan

    • Residency: Barnes-Jewish Hospital | University of Michigan Program

    • Medical School: Washington University of Health and Sciences | Washington University School of Medicine, St. Louis

    Is Dr. Kuru board certified as a Critical Care Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Tunay Kuru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Kuru speak?

    Dr. Kuru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • French

    • Turkish

    What conditions does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kuru typically treat?

    As a Critical Care Internist, Dr. Kuru 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. Kuru. 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:

    • Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    Also known as:

    • Pulmonary Hypertension
    • High Blood Pressure in Lungs
    • Lung Hypertension
    • High Lung Pressure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I2720: Pulmonary hypertension, unspecified

    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:

    • Low Blood Pressure
    • Hypotension
    • Blood Pressure Drop
    • Fainting Spells

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I959: Hypotension, unspecified

    What procedures does a Critical Care Internist like Dr. Kuru typically perform?

    As a Critical Care Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Tunay Kuru may include:

    Please contact Dr. Kuru's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Kuru accept my insurance?

    Dr. Kuru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (202) 444-8830 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Kuru accept in Washington, DC?

    Dr. Kuru 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

    • Riverside Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

    • Unknown

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    Where is Dr. Kuru's office located?

    Dr. Tunay Kuru's Primary Practice

    3800 Reservoir Rd NW

    Washington, DC 20007

    (202) 444-8830

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    Dr. Tunay Kuru's Practice 2

    1145 19th St NW Ste 311

    Washington, DC 20036

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    What is Dr. Kuru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Kuru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1063411221.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kuru?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kuru

    What is Dr. Tunay Kuru's specialty?

    Dr. Kuru is a Critical Care Internist near Washington, DC.

    What does a Critical Care Internist do?

    An internist specializing in the diagnosis, treatment, and support of patients with multiple organ dysfunction. This specialist may hold administrative responsibilities within intensive care units and plays a key role in facilitating and coordinating patient care among primary physicians, critical care staff, and other specialists.

    Is this Dr. Tunay Kuru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Kuru is affiliated with Medstar Montgomery 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

    When to see a Critical Care Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Critical Care Internist. Explore insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Tunay Kuru accepting new patients in Washington, DC?

    Yes, Dr. Tunay Kuru is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Tunay Kuru offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Kuru's office at (202) 444-8830 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Tunay Kuru?

    Please contact Dr. Kuru's office at (202) 444-8830 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Tunay Kuru have?

    Dr. Tunay Kuru is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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