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Accepting patients
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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gupta, Internist in Washington, DC?
Dr. Alka Gupta, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Washington, DC. Dr. Gupta graduated from Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond and completed her residency at University of Maryland Program. Dr. Gupta is fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gupta’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gupta’s office at (212) 312-5780.
Where did Dr. Gupta go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: University of Maryland Program
Medical School: Virginia Commonwealth University, School of Medicine, Richmond
What languages does Dr. Gupta speak?
Dr. Gupta and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Spanish
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gupta typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gupta 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. Gupta. 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:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Age-Related Brain Degeneration
- Dementia
- Senile Dementia
- Brain Degeneration in Elderly
ICD-10 Codes:
- G311: Senile degeneration of brain, not elsewhere classified
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure Heart Disease with Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertensive Heart Failure
- High Blood Pressure Causing Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I110: Hypertensive heart disease with heart failure
Also known as:
- Mammogram for Breast Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Mammography
- Breast Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Mammograms
- Breast X-ray
- Breast Cancer Check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1231: Encounter for screening mammogram for malignant neoplasm of breast
Also known as:
- Severe Obesity
- Obesity
- Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
- Take Charge of Your Health: A Guide for Teenagers
- Understanding Adult Overweight & Obesity
- Morbid Obesity
- Extreme Obesity
- Class 3 Obesity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E6601: Morbid (severe) obesity due to excess calories
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gupta typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Alka Gupta 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
Please contact Dr. Gupta's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gupta accept my insurance?
Dr. Gupta accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (212) 312-5780 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gupta accept in Washington, DC?
Dr. Gupta in Washington, DC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross Blue Shield Association
Cigna Group
District of Columbia
Federal government of the United States
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
MedStar Health
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gupta's office located?
Dr. Alka Gupta also offers virtual visits
Dr. Alka Gupta's Primary Practice
3230 Pennsylvania Ave SE Ste 205
Washington, DC 20020
(212) 312-5780
What is Dr. Gupta's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gupta's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1326363870.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gupta?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gupta
What is Dr. Alka Gupta's specialty?
Dr. Gupta is a Internist near Washington, DC.
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. Alka Gupta affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gupta is affiliated with Medstar Washington Hospital Center, Medstar Southern Maryland Hospital Center 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
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Is Alka Gupta accepting new patients in Washington, DC?
Yes, Dr. Alka Gupta is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Alka Gupta offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (212) 312-5780 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Alka Gupta?
Please contact Dr. Gupta's office at (212) 312-5780 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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