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Dr. Prashanthi Yerram, MD

Alexandria, VA

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    Who is Dr. Yerram, Internist in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Prashanthi Yerram, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Alexandria, VA with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Yerram completed her residency at New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Yerram is fluent in English, Hindi, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Yerram’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Yerram’s office at (540) 727-8880.

    Where did Dr. Yerram go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: New York Methodist Hosp, Internal Medicine

    • Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India

    Is Dr. Yerram board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Prashanthi Yerram, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Yerram speak?

    Dr. Yerram and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:

    • English

    • Hindi

    • Spanish

    • Telugu

    What conditions does Dr. Yerram treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Yerram 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. Yerram. 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:

    • 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:

    • Immunization Visit
    • Vaccines
    • Vaccination appointment
    • Shot visit
    • Immunization encounter

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    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

    Also known as:

    • High Blood Pressure
    • Hypertension
    • Primary Hypertension
    • Essential Hypertension

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Other Pre-Procedure Examination
    • Various pre-op checks
    • Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
    • Other pre-treatment assessments

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination

    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:

    • Common Cold
    • Upper Respiratory Infection
    • Head Cold
    • Cold Symptoms

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Sore Throat
    • Acute pharyngitis
    • Throat inflammation
    • Acute throat infection

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Pain in Right Knee
    • Knee Injuries and Disorder
    • Pain
    • Right Knee Ache
    • Right Knee Discomfort
    • Sore Right Knee

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • M25561: Pain in right knee

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Hypercholesterolemia
    • High blood cholesterol
    • Elevated cholesterol

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E7800: Pure hypercholesterolemia, unspecified

    Which procedures does Dr. Yerram perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Prashanthi Yerram may include:

    For detailed information, please contact Dr. Yerram's office.

    Does Dr. Yerram accept my insurance?

    Dr. Yerram accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (540) 727-8880 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Yerram accept in Alexandria, VA?

    Dr. Yerram in Alexandria, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Yerram's office located?

    Dr. Prashanthi Yerram's Primary Practice

    5971 Kingstowne Village Pkwy Ste 300

    Alexandria, VA 22315

    (540) 727-8880

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    Dr. Prashanthi Yerram's Practice 2

    2800 S Shirlington Rd

    Arlington, VA 22206

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    Dr. Prashanthi Yerram's Practice 3

    5803 Rolling Rd Ste 110

    Springfield, VA 22152

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    What is Dr. Yerram's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.

    Dr. Yerram's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1588906093.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Yerram?

    Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Yerram

    What is Dr. Prashanthi Yerram's specialty?

    Dr. Yerram is a Internist near Alexandria, VA.

    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. Yerram to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Prashanthi Yerram affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    No, Yerram is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. 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?

    Explore Internist with insights from trusted medical experts on EverydayHealth.com, where you'll find the most relevant content and helpful condition guides for up-to date information about symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and more. See all our health guides to find trusted information on medical conditions from our experts at Everyday Health.

    Is Prashanthi Yerram accepting new patients in Alexandria, VA?

    Yes, Dr. Prashanthi Yerram is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Prashanthi Yerram offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Yerram's office at (540) 727-8880 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Prashanthi Yerram?

    Please contact Dr. Yerram's office at (540) 727-8880 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Prashanthi Yerram have?

    Dr. Prashanthi Yerram is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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