15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Pukis, Internist in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Vytautas Pukis, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Huntsville, AL. He has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Pukis is fluent in English, German, and Lithuanian, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Pukis’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Pukis’s office at (256) 883-0107.
Where did Dr. Pukis go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Kaunas Med Inst, Kaunas, Lithuania (See -)
Is Dr. Pukis board certified as an Internist?
Yes, Dr. Vytautas Pukis, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Pukis speak?
Dr. Pukis and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
German
Lithuanian
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Pukis typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Pukis 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. Pukis. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
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:
- Acute Cough
- Cough
- Sudden cough
- Short-term cough
- New cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R051: Acute cough
Also known as:
- Other Widespread Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Other Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Other Multiple Joint Arthritis
- Other Polyarthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M158: Other polyosteoarthritis
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetes Type 2
- Diabetic Nerve Problems
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Neuropathy
- Diabetic nerve damage
- Diabetes-related nerve pain
- Peripheral neuropathy from diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1140: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with diabetic neuropathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Testicular Hypofunction
- Testicular Disorder
- Underactive Testicles
- Low Testicular Function
- Hypogonadism
ICD-10 Codes:
- E291: Testicular hypofunction
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Pukis typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Vytautas Pukis 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. Pukis' office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Pukis accept my insurance?
Dr. Pukis accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (256) 883-0107 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Pukis accept in Huntsville, AL?
Dr. Pukis in Huntsville, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Pukis' office located?
Dr. Vytautas Pukis' Primary Practice
2121 Whitesburg Dr SE Ste C
Huntsville, AL 35801
(256) 883-0107
What is Dr. Pukis's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Pukis's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1225270440.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Pukis?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Pukis
What is Dr. Vytautas Pukis's specialty?
Dr. Pukis is a Internist near Huntsville, AL.
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. Vytautas Pukis affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Pukis is affiliated with Huntsville Hospital 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Vytautas Pukis accepting new patients in Huntsville, AL?
Yes, Dr. Vytautas Pukis is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Vytautas Pukis offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Pukis's office at (256) 883-0107 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Vytautas Pukis?
Please contact Dr. Pukis's office at (256) 883-0107 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Vytautas Pukis have?
Dr. Vytautas Pukis is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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