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Who is Dr. Puranam, Internist in Hayward, CA?
Dr. Srilekha Puranam, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Hayward, CA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Puranam is fluent in English, Hindi, Marathi, and Tamil, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Puranam’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Puranam’s office at (510) 266-1700.
What languages does Dr. Puranam speak?
Dr. Puranam and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
Tamil
What conditions does Dr. Puranam treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Puranam 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. Puranam. 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.
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Hyperglycemia
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Quadriplegia
- Paralysis
- Tetraplegia
- Four limb paralysis
- Complete paralysis
ICD-10 Codes:
- G8250: Quadriplegia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease Stage 3b
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- CKD Stage 3b
- Moderate Chronic Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- N1832: Chronic kidney disease, stage 3b
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- Flaccid Neurogenic Bladder
- Bladder Disease
- Atonic Bladder
- Underactive Bladder
- Paralytic Bladder
ICD-10 Codes:
- N312: Flaccid neuropathic bladder, not elsewhere classified
Which procedures does Dr. Puranam perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Srilekha Puranam 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
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Puranam's office.
Does Dr. Puranam accept my insurance?
Dr. Puranam accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (510) 266-1700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Puranam accept in Hayward, CA?
Dr. Puranam in Hayward, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Alameda Alliance
Alignment Health Plan
All Other Third Party
Brand New Day
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Medicare
State of California
Sutter Health
UnitedHealthcare
Universal Health Care
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Where is Dr. Puranam's office located?
Dr. Srilekha Puranam's Primary Practice
664 Southland Mall
Hayward, CA 94545
(510) 266-1700
What is Dr. Puranam's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Puranam's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1043469778.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Puranam?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Puranam
What is Dr. Srilekha Puranam's specialty?
Dr. Puranam is a Internist near Hayward, CA.
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.
Contact Dr. Puranam to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Srilekha Puranam affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Puranam is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital, but is affiliated with the following hospitals: Wilma Chan Highland Hospital Campus. 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Srilekha Puranam accepting new patients in Hayward, CA?
Yes, Dr. Srilekha Puranam is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Srilekha Puranam offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Puranam's office at (510) 266-1700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Srilekha Puranam?
Please contact Dr. Puranam's office at (510) 266-1700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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