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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Ghanta, Family Medicine Specialist in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Sumatha Ghanta, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Monroe, LA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Ghanta graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at E A CONWAY MEDICAL CENTER. Dr. Ghanta is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Ghanta’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Ghanta’s office at (318) 807-3700.
Where did Dr. Ghanta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: E A CONWAY MEDICAL CENTER
Medical School: Osmania Medical College
What languages does Dr. Ghanta speak?
Dr. Ghanta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ghanta typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Ghanta 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. Ghanta. 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:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Chronic Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure Kidney Disease
- Hypertension-Related Kidney Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- I129: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 1 through stage 4 chronic kidney disease, or unspecified chronic kidney disease
Also known as:
- Other High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Other hyperlipidemia
- Other high lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E7849: Other hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Other Hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
- Thyroid Gland Underactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E038: Other specified hypothyroidism
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Ghanta typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sumatha Ghanta may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Ghanta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Ghanta accept my insurance?
Dr. Ghanta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (318) 807-3700 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Ghanta accept in Monroe, LA?
Dr. Ghanta in Monroe, LA 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 and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Humana
Medicaid
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Ghanta's office located?
What is Dr. Ghanta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Ghanta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1053548156.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Ghanta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Ghanta
What is Dr. Sumatha Ghanta's specialty?
Dr. Ghanta is a Family Medicine Specialist near Monroe, LA.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Sumatha Ghanta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Ghanta is affiliated with Ochsner Lsu Health - Monroe Medical Center 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 a Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sumatha Ghanta accepting new patients in Monroe, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sumatha Ghanta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sumatha Ghanta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Ghanta's office at (318) 807-3700 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sumatha Ghanta?
Please contact Dr. Ghanta's office at (318) 807-3700 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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