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Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti, MD

Canton, GA

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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Ponugoti, Pulmonologist in Canton, GA?

    Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Canton, GA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ponugoti graduated from B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India and completed his residency at Medical College of Georgia Program. Dr. Ponugoti is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ponugoti’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ponugoti’s office at (229) 584-5731.

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

    • Residency: Medical College of Georgia Program

    • Medical School: B.J. Med Coll, Poona University, Pune, Maharashtra, India | Armed Forces Medical College

    What languages does Dr. Ponugoti speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ponugoti typically treat?

    As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Ponugoti 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. Ponugoti. 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
    • Acute and Chronic Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute Respiratory Failure
    • Respiratory Failure
    • Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
    • Hypoxic respiratory failure
    • Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
    • Sudden and Long-Term Lung Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Acute and Chronic Hypoxic Respiratory Failure
    • Ongoing Breathing Failure with Low Oxygen
    • Sudden lung failure
    • Acute breathing failure
    • Rapid onset respiratory failure

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9621: Acute and chronic respiratory failure with hypoxia
    • J9600: Acute respiratory failure, unspecified whether with hypoxia or hypercapnia

    Also known as:

    • Sepsis
    • Blood Poisoning
    • Septicemia
    • Systemic Bacterial Infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism

    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:

    • Ischemic Stroke
    • Brain Attack
    • Cerebral Infarction
    • Brain Ischemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Atrial Fibrillation
    • Afib
    • A-fib
    • Irregular heart rhythm

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I4891: Unspecified atrial fibrillation

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with Diabetic Ketoacidosis
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA)
    • DKA in Type 2 Diabetes
    • High Blood Sugar Emergency

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1110: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with ketoacidosis without coma

    Also known as:

    • COVID-19
    • COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
    • Coronavirus Disease 2019
    • SARS-CoV-2 Infection
    • Novel Coronavirus

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • U071: COVID-19

    Also known as:

    • Changes in Mental State
    • Mental Disorder
    • Confusion
    • Disorientation
    • Changes in awareness

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R4182: Altered mental status, unspecified

    What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Ponugoti typically perform?

    Does Dr. Ponugoti accept my insurance?

    Dr. Ponugoti accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (229) 584-5731 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Ponugoti accept in Canton, GA?

    Dr. Ponugoti in Canton, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Allied Benefit Systems

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Federal government of the United States

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • Mutual of Omaha

    • Oscar Health

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Ponugoti's office located?

    Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti's Primary Practice

    450 Northside Cherokee Blvd

    Canton, GA 30115

    (229) 584-5731

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    Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti's Practice 2

    1200 Northside Forsyth Dr

    Cumming, GA 30041

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    Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti's Practice 3

    1000 Johnson Ferry Rd

    Sandy Springs, GA 30342

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

    Dr. Ponugoti's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013228196.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ponugoti?

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

    What is Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti's specialty?

    Dr. Ponugoti is a Pulmonologist near Canton, GA.

    What does a Pulmonologist do?

    An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.

    Is this Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Ponugoti is affiliated with Northside Hospital Atlanta, Northside Hospital Cherokee, Northside Hospital Gwinnett, Doctors Hospital, Northside Hospital Duluth 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 Pulmonologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Pulmonologist. 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 Keerthi Ponugoti accepting new patients in Canton, GA?

    Yes, Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Keerthi Ponugoti offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Ponugoti's office at (229) 584-5731 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Keerthi Ponugoti?

    Please contact Dr. Ponugoti's office at (229) 584-5731 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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