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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gurung, Internist in Bel Air, MD?
Dr. Dhiraj Gurung, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Bel Air, MD with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Gurung graduated from Nepal Medical College. Dr. Gurung is fluent in English and Nepali, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gurung’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gurung’s office at (443) 643-1500.
Where did Dr. Gurung go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Nepal Medical College
What languages does Dr. Gurung speak?
Dr. Gurung and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Nepali
What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Gurung typically treat?
As an Internist, Dr. Gurung 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. Gurung. 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:
- Pneumonia
- Lung Infection
- Chest Infection
- Pneumonitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J189: Pneumonia, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Sepsis
- Blood Poisoning
- Septicemia
- Systemic Bacterial Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- A419: Sepsis, unspecified organism
Also known as:
- Fainting
- Syncope
- Passing out
- Collapse
ICD-10 Codes:
- R55: Syncope and collapse
Also known as:
- Urinary Tract Infection
- UTI
- Bladder infection
- Kidney infection
- Urine infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- N390: Urinary tract infection, site not specified
Also known as:
- COPD Flare-Up
- COPD
- COPD Exacerbation
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease Flare-Up
- Worsening COPD
- COPD Attack
ICD-10 Codes:
- J441: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease with (acute) exacerbation
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- Coronavirus Disease 2019
- SARS-CoV-2 Infection
- Novel Coronavirus
ICD-10 Codes:
- U071: COVID-19
Also known as:
- Worsening Chronic Diastolic Heart Failure
- Heart Failure
- Acute Decompensated HFpEF
- Sudden Worsening Diastolic Heart Failure
- Acute on Chronic Filling Heart Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- I5033: Acute on chronic diastolic (congestive) heart failure
What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Gurung typically perform?
As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Dhiraj Gurung 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. Gurung's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gurung accept my insurance?
Dr. Gurung accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (443) 643-1500 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gurung accept in Bel Air, MD?
Dr. Gurung in Bel Air, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Medicaid
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gurung's office located?
Dr. Dhiraj Gurung's Primary Practice
500 Upper Chesapeake Dr
Bel Air, MD 21014
(443) 643-1500
What is Dr. Gurung's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gurung's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1033529433.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gurung?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gurung
What is Dr. Dhiraj Gurung's specialty?
Dr. Gurung is a Internist near Bel Air, MD.
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. Dhiraj Gurung affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gurung is affiliated with Greater Baltimore 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
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Is Dhiraj Gurung accepting new patients in Bel Air, MD?
Yes, Dr. Dhiraj Gurung is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Dhiraj Gurung offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gurung's office at (443) 643-1500 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Dhiraj Gurung?
Please contact Dr. Gurung's office at (443) 643-1500 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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