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40 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Prakash, Geriatric Medicine Specialist in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Sushma Prakash, MD is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Bellflower, CA. She has been practicing for over 40 years and is board certified. Dr. Prakash completed her residency at Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine. Dr. Prakash is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Prakash’s office at (562) 461-3000.
Where did Dr. Prakash go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Kern Med Ctr, Internal Medicine St Luke'S Med Ctr, Internal Medicine
Medical School: Sn Med Coll, Agra University, Agra, Up, India
Is Dr. Prakash board certified as a Geriatric Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Sushma Prakash, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Prakash speak?
Dr. Prakash and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
What conditions does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically treat?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, Dr. Prakash 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. Prakash. 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:
- Alzheimer's Disease
- Alzheimer's Disease Fact Sheet
- AD
- Alzheimer's Dementia
- Memory Loss Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- G309: Alzheimer's disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Dementia
- Cognitive decline
- Memory loss
- Brain disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F0390: Unspecified dementia, unspecified severity, without behavioral disturbance, psychotic disturbance, mood disturbance, and anxiety
Also known as:
- Mild Cognitive Impairment
- MCI
- Early Memory Loss
- Pre-Dementia
ICD-10 Codes:
- G3184: Mild cognitive impairment of uncertain or unknown etiology
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- General Disorder Screening
- Health Screening
- General Health Check
- Disease Screening
- Medical Disorder Screening
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z1389: Encounter for screening for other disorder
What procedures does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist like Dr. Prakash typically perform?
As a Geriatric Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Sushma Prakash may include:
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Prakash accept my insurance?
Dr. Prakash accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (562) 461-3000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Prakash accept in Bellflower, CA?
Dr. Prakash in Bellflower, CA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
Centene Corporation
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Prakash's office located?
Dr. Sushma Prakash's Primary Practice
9400 Rosecrans Ave
Bellflower, CA 90706
(562) 461-3000
What is Dr. Prakash's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Prakash's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1720147325.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Prakash?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Prakash
What is Dr. Sushma Prakash's specialty?
Dr. Prakash is a Geriatric Medicine Specialist near Bellflower, CA.
What does a Geriatric Medicine Specialist do?
An internist or family medicine physician with expertise in the aging process and specialized skills in diagnosing, treating, preventing, and managing illnesses in the elderly. This specialist provides care for geriatric patients in various settings, including the home, office, nursing homes, and hospitals.
Is this Dr. Sushma Prakash affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Prakash is affiliated with Kaiser Permanente South Bay 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 Geriatric Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Geriatric Medicine Specialist. Explore 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 Sushma Prakash accepting new patients in Bellflower, CA?
Yes, Dr. Sushma Prakash is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sushma Prakash offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (562) 461-3000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sushma Prakash?
Please contact Dr. Prakash's office at (562) 461-3000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Sushma Prakash have?
Dr. Sushma Prakash is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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