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Who is Dr. Sunku, Pediatric Neurologist in Pueblo, CO?
Dr. Ashakiran Sunku, MD is a Pediatric Neurologist, who primarily practices in Pueblo, CO with 1 additional practice location. She is board certified. Dr. Sunku graduated from Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences and completed her residency at Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Child Neurology; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics. Dr. Sunku is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunku’s practice accepts Medicare, Aetna, Cigna and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunku’s office at (719) 546-9500.
What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Sunku?
Dr. Ashakiran Sunku, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Pediatric Neurologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Sunku empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Epilepsy/Seizure Disorders, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Pueblo, CO community, Dr. Sunku is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Sunku go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Mayo Grad Sch Med/Mayo Fndn, Child Neurology; Tx Tech Univ Hlth Sci Ctr, Pediatrics | Tex Tech University Health Science Center Nw Tex Hospital | Mayo Clinic College of Medicine (Arizona) Program
Medical School: Bangalore Med Coll, Bangalore University, Bangalore, Karnataka, India | Kempegowda Inst of Med Sci, Bangalore University, India | Kempegowda Institute of Medical Sciences | Bangalore Medical College and Research Institute
Is Dr. Sunku board certified as a Pediatric Neurologist?
Yes, Dr. Ashakiran Sunku, MD is board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology
What languages does Dr. Sunku speak?
Dr. Sunku and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Sunku typically treat?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, Dr. Sunku 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. Sunku. 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:
- Memory Loss
- Memory
- Amnesia
- Forgetfulness
- Loss of Recall
ICD-10 Codes:
- R413: Other amnesia
Also known as:
- Intractable Focal Epilepsy with Complex Partial Seizures
- Intractable Generalized Epilepsy
- Epilepsy
- Drug-resistant complex partial epilepsy
- Refractory focal impaired awareness seizures
- Hard-to-treat complex partial seizures
- Drug-resistant generalized epilepsy
- Refractory generalized seizures
- Hard-to-treat generalized epilepsy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G40219: Localization-related (focal) (partial) symptomatic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes with complex partial seizures, intractable, without status epilepticus
- G40319: Generalized idiopathic epilepsy and epileptic syndromes, intractable, without status epilepticus
Also known as:
- Seizures
- Epilepsy
- Convulsions
- Fits
ICD-10 Codes:
- R569: Unspecified convulsions
Also known as:
- Parkinson's Disease without Involuntary Movements
- Parkinson's Disease
- Early Parkinson's
- Non-dyskinetic Parkinsonism
- Stable Parkinson's Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G20A1: Parkinson's disease without dyskinesia, without mention of fluctuations
Also known as:
- Multiple Sclerosis
- MS
- Demyelinating Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G35: Multiple sclerosis
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I6389: Other cerebral infarction
Also known as:
- Migraine with Aura
- Migraine
- Classic migraine
- Ocular migraine
- Migraine with visual symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- G43119: Migraine with aura, intractable, without status migrainosus
Also known as:
- Neck Pain
- Neck Injuries and Disorder
- Cervical Pain
- Sore Neck
- Neck Ache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M542: Cervicalgia
What procedures does a Pediatric Neurologist like Dr. Sunku typically perform?
As a Pediatric Neurologist, procedures performed by Dr. Ashakiran Sunku may include:
- Aging Brain (Neuropsychological Testing)
- Cortical Basal Ganglionic Degeneration (CBGD)
- Deep Brain Stimulation
- Disturbance of Skin Sensation
- Electroencephalogram (EEG)
- Evoked Potential Testing
- Gait Simulation
- Greater Occipital Nerve (GON) Block
Please contact Dr. Sunku's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Sunku accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunku accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (719) 546-9500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunku accept in Pueblo, CO?
Dr. Sunku in Pueblo, CO accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Aetna
Blue Cross Blue Shield
Cigna Group
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Family Health Network
Group 1001
Humana
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Sunku's office located?
Dr. Ashakiran Sunku's Primary Practice
1600 N Grand Ave Ste 110
Pueblo, CO 81003
(719) 546-9500
What is Dr. Sunku's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunku's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1174603005.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunku?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunku
What is Dr. Ashakiran Sunku's specialty?
Dr. Sunku is a Pediatric Neurologist near Pueblo, CO.
What does a Pediatric Neurologist do?
A Child Neurologist specializes in diagnosing and treating neurological disorders in newborns, infants, young children, and adolescents, with expertise in managing conditions specific to these developmental stages.
Is this Dr. Ashakiran Sunku affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sunku is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: UCHealth Parkview Medical 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 a Pediatric Neurologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ashakiran Sunku accepting new patients in Pueblo, CO?
Yes, Dr. Ashakiran Sunku is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashakiran Sunku offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sunku's office at (719) 546-9500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashakiran Sunku?
Please contact Dr. Sunku's office at (719) 546-9500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ashakiran Sunku have?
Dr. Ashakiran Sunku is certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.
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