23 Years of Experience
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Khurana, Rheumatologist in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Ritu Khurana, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Scranton, PA with 2 additional practice locations. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified. Dr. Khurana is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Khurana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Khurana’s office.
Is Dr. Khurana board certified as a Rheumatologist?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Khurana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Khurana speak?
Dr. Khurana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Khurana typically treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Khurana 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. Khurana. 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:
- Age-Related Osteoporosis
- Age-Related Osteoporosis with Fracture
- Fractures
- Osteoporosis
- Senile Osteoporosis
- Primary Osteoporosis
- Bone Thinning from Aging
- Senile osteoporosis with broken bone
- Elderly brittle bones with fracture
- Osteoporosis fracture in older adults
ICD-10 Codes:
- M810: Age-related osteoporosis without current pathological fracture
- M8000XA: Age-related osteoporosis with current pathological fracture, unspecified site, initial encounter for fracture
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
- M0609: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, multiple sites
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
What procedures does a Rheumatologist like Dr. Khurana typically perform?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Khurana 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. Khurana. 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:
- Joint or Bursa Injection/Fluid Removal
- Arthrocentesis
- Major Joint Aspiration
- Bursa Injection
- Joint Fluid Removal
CPT Codes:
- 20610: Arthrocentesis, aspiration and/or injection, major joint or bursa (eg, shoulder, hip, knee, subacromial bursa); without ultrasound guidance
Also known as:
- Injection for Tendon or Ligament Pain
- Tendon sheath injection
- Ligament injection
- Plantar fascia injection
- Soft tissue injection for pain
CPT Codes:
- 20550: Injection(s); single tendon sheath, or ligament, aponeurosis (eg, plantar "fascia")
Does Dr. Khurana accept my insurance?
Dr. Khurana 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. Khurana accept in Scranton, PA?
Dr. Khurana in Scranton, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Pennsylvania
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Khurana's office located?
What is Dr. Khurana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Khurana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1013087634.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Khurana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Khurana
What is Dr. Ritu Khurana's specialty?
Dr. Khurana is a Rheumatologist near Scranton, PA.
What does a Rheumatologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases.
Is this Dr. Ritu Khurana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Khurana is affiliated with Geisinger Wyoming Valley Medical Center, Geisinger Medical Center, Wilkes-Barre General Hospital, Regional Hospital Of Scranton, Wayne Memorial Hospital, Lehigh Valley Health Network- Pocono 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 Rheumatologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Ritu Khurana accepting new patients in Scranton, PA?
Yes, Dr. Ritu Khurana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ritu Khurana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Khurana's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ritu Khurana?
Please contact Dr. Khurana's office for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ritu Khurana have?
Dr. Ritu Khurana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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