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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Runkana, Internist in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Ashok Runkana, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Montgomery, AL with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Runkana graduated from Andhra Medical College and completed his residency at Fairview Hospital Program. Dr. Runkana is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Runkana’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Runkana’s office at (334) 613-0807.
Where did Dr. Runkana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Fairview Hospital Program
Medical School: Andhra Medical College
What languages does Dr. Runkana speak?
Dr. Runkana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Runkana typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Runkana 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. Runkana. 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 Heart Disease
- Heart Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Cardiomyopathy
- Heart Problems from High Blood Pressure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I119: Hypertensive heart disease without heart failure
Also known as:
- Atrial Fibrillation
- Heart Palpitations
- Arrhythmia
- Afib
- A-fib
- Irregular heart rhythm
- Skipped Heartbeat
- Fluttering Heart
- Pounding Heart
ICD-10 Codes:
- I480: Paroxysmal atrial fibrillation
- R002: Palpitations
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Upper body pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R079: Chest pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Heart Attack (NSTEMI)
- Heart Attack
- Myocardial Infarction
- Non-STEMI
- Less Severe Heart Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- I214: Non-ST elevation (NSTEMI) myocardial infarction
Also known as:
- Chest Pain
- Chest discomfort
- Thoracic pain
- Pectoral pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0789: Other chest pain
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Transient Ischemic Attack
- Mini-Stroke
- Warning Stroke
ICD-10 Codes:
- G459: Transient cerebral ischemic attack, unspecified
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Runkana typically perform?
As an Internist, Dr. Runkana 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. Runkana. 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:
- Left Atrial Appendage Closure
- Coronary Artery Lithotripsy
- LAA Closure
- Watchman Procedure
- Heart Appendage Sealing
- Stroke Prevention Device Implant
- Heart artery shockwave therapy
- Intravascular lithotripsy (IVL)
- Percutaneous coronary lithotripsy
- Coronary artery calcification treatment
CPT Codes:
- 33340: Percutaneous transcatheter closure of the left atrial appendage with endocardial implant, including fluoroscopy, transseptal puncture, catheter placement(s), left atrial angiography, left atrial appendage angiography, when performed, and radiological supervision and interpretation
- 92972: Percutaneous transluminal coronary lithotripsy (List separately in addition to code for primary procedure)
Also known as:
- Subcutaneous Cardiac Rhythm Monitor Insertion
- Implantable Loop Recorder Insertion
- Under-Skin Heart Monitor
- Cardiac Event Recorder Implant
CPT Codes:
- 33285: Insertion, subcutaneous cardiac rhythm monitor, including programming
Does Dr. Runkana accept my insurance?
Dr. Runkana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (334) 613-0807 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Runkana accept in Montgomery, AL?
Dr. Runkana in Montgomery, AL accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Alabama
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Devoted Health
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Medicare
State of Alabama
UnitedHealth Group
Viva Health
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Where is Dr. Runkana's office located?
Dr. Ashok Runkana's Primary Practice
2055 E South Blvd Ste 403
Montgomery, AL 36116
(334) 613-0807
What is Dr. Runkana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Runkana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1245511955.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Runkana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Runkana
What is Dr. Ashok Runkana's specialty?
Dr. Runkana is a Internist near Montgomery, 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. Ashok Runkana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Runkana is affiliated with Uab 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
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Is Ashok Runkana accepting new patients in Montgomery, AL?
Yes, Dr. Ashok Runkana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ashok Runkana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Runkana's office at (334) 613-0807 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ashok Runkana?
Please contact Dr. Runkana's office at (334) 613-0807 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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