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Who is Dr. Sunkara, Gastroenterologist in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Tagore Sunkara, MD is a Gastroenterologist, who primarily practices in Marietta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He is board certified. Dr. Sunkara graduated from Sri Venkateswara Medical College and completed his residency at St Barnabas Hospital Program. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English, Hindi, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (515) 222-7600.
Where did Dr. Sunkara go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: St Barnabas Hospital Program
Medical School: Sri Venkateswara Medical College
What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?
Dr. Sunkara and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Sunkara treat?
As a Gastroenterologist, Dr. Sunkara 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. Sunkara. 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:
- Colon Cancer Screening
- Health Screening
- Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
- Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Colonoscopy Screening
- Bowel Cancer Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon
Also known as:
- Screening for Other Viral Disease
- Health Screening
- Other Viral Infection Screening
- Miscellaneous Virus Test
- Non-COVID Viral Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1159: Encounter for screening for other viral diseases
Also known as:
- Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
- Benign Descending Colon Polyp
- Benign Tumor
- Colonic Polyps
- Colon Polyps
- Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
- Transverse colon adenoma
- Transverse colon benign tumor
- Non-cancerous descending colon growth
- Descending colon adenoma
- Descending colon benign tumor
ICD-10 Codes:
- D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon
- D124: Benign neoplasm of descending colon
Also known as:
- Upper Middle Abdominal Pain
- Abdominal Pain
- Epigastric pain
- Pain below breastbone
- Upper stomach pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- R1013: Epigastric pain
Also known as:
- Colon Polyps
- Colonic Polyps
- Colorectal Polyps
- Intestinal Polyps
- Bowel Polyps
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z86010: Personal history of colon polyps
Also known as:
- Hemorrhoids
- Piles
- Anal veins
- Swollen rectal veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- K648: Other hemorrhoids
Also known as:
- Stomach Inflammation
- Stomach Disorder
- Gastritis & Gastropathy
- Gastritis
- Inflamed stomach lining
- Stomach lining inflammation
ICD-10 Codes:
- K2970: Gastritis, unspecified, without bleeding
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Enzyme Levels
- Unspecified high enzymes
- Various enzyme abnormalities
- Abnormal serum enzyme levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R748: Abnormal levels of other serum enzymes
Also known as:
- Abnormal Bowel Movements
- Bowel Movement
- Unusual stool
- Changes in poop
- Fecal changes
ICD-10 Codes:
- R195: Other fecal abnormalities
Which procedures does Dr. Sunkara perform as a Gastroenterologist?
As a Gastroenterologist, procedures performed by a Dr. Tagore Sunkara may include:
- Colonoscopy
- Colonoscopy Consultation
- Colorectal Cancer Screening
- Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Endoscopy / Endoscopic Ultrasound
- Gastric Balloon
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Consultation
- Gastric Stimulator Implantation Follow Up
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Sunkara's office.
Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?
Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (515) 222-7600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in Marietta, GA?
Dr. Sunkara in Marietta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Express Scripts
Medicare
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?
Dr. Tagore Sunkara's Primary Practice
2550 Windy Hill Rd SE Ste 220
Marietta, GA 30067
(515) 222-7600
Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Tagore Sunkara?
Dr. Sunkara has appointments available at his Marietta, GA office, as well as 2 other locations. Please select a location, date, and time below.
What is Dr. Sunkara's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sunkara's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1306158134.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sunkara?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sunkara
What is Dr. Tagore Sunkara's specialty?
Dr. Sunkara is a Gastroenterologist near Marietta, GA. An internist focused on diagnosing and treating disorders of the digestive system, encompassing the stomach, intestines, liver, and gallbladder. This specialist manages conditions like abdominal pain, ulcers, diarrhea, cancer, and jaundice, and performs intricate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures using endoscopes to examine internal organs. Contact Dr. Sunkara to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Tagore Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sunkara is affiliated with Wellstar Windy Hill 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
Where can I learn more about Gastroenterologist?
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Is Tagore Sunkara accepting new patients in Marietta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Tagore Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Tagore Sunkara offer online booking?
Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sunkara, or call (515) 222-7600 for more information.
How can I make an appointment with Tagore Sunkara?
Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (515) 222-7600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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