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Dr. Hima Punukollu, MD

Brooklyn, NY

23 Years of Experience

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Punukollu, Internist in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Hima Punukollu, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Brooklyn, NY with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 23 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Punukollu is fluent in English and Hindi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Punukollu’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Punukollu’s office at (718) 856-3600.

    Is Dr. Punukollu board certified in Internist?

    Yes, Dr. Hima Punukollu, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine

    What languages does Dr. Punukollu speak?

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

    • English

    • Hindi

    What conditions does Dr. Punukollu treat?

    As a Internist, Dr. Punukollu 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. Punukollu. 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:

    • Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
    • Health Checkup
    • Adult Physical Exam with Issues
    • Routine Checkup with Concerns
    • General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings

    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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • I10: Essential (primary) hypertension

    Also known as:

    • Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
    • Diabetes Type 2
    • Hyperglycemia
    • Type 2 diabetes
    • Diabetes Complicationss
    • Diabetic Hyperglycemia
    • High Blood Glucose
    • High Sugar Levels
    • Diabetes Mellitus Complications
    • Diabetes Related Health Problems
    • Advanced Diabetes

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
    • E118: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with unspecified complications

    Also known as:

    • Obesity
    • Obesity from Excess Calories
    • Severe Obesity
    • Body Weight
    • Helping Your Child Who Is Overweight
    • High Body Mass Index
    • Excess Body Fat
    • Weight Management Issues
    • Diet-Related Obesity
    • Common Obesity
    • Nutritional Obesity
    • Morbid Obesity
    • Extreme Obesity

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z6830: Body mass index [BMI] 30.0-30.9, adult
    • E6609: Other obesity due to excess calories
    • Z684: Body mass index [BMI] 40 or greater, adult
    • Z6831: Body mass index [BMI] 31.0-31.9, adult
    • Z6832: Body mass index [BMI] 32.0-32.9, adult
    • Z6833: Body mass index [BMI] 33.0-33.9, adult
    • Z6834: Body mass index [BMI] 34.0-34.9, adult
    • Z6835: Body mass index [BMI] 35.0-35.9, adult

    Also known as:

    • Depression Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    Also known as:

    • High Cholesterol
    • Cholesterol
    • Triglycerides
    • Hyperlipidemia
    • High lipids
    • Dyslipidemia

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Nutrition Counseling
    • Nutrition
    • Dietary advice
    • Nutritional guidance
    • Healthy eating counseling

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance

    Also known as:

    • Understanding Test Results
    • Test results explanation
    • Medical findings review
    • Diagnostic interpretation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z712: Person consulting for explanation of examination or test findings

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z23: Encounter for immunization

    Also known as:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abnormal Blood Sugar
    • Blood Glucose
    • High blood glucose
    • Low blood glucose
    • Glucose intolerance

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R7309: Other abnormal glucose

    Which procedures does Dr. Punukollu perform as a Internist?

    As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Hima Punukollu may include:

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

    Does Dr. Punukollu accept my insurance?

    Dr. Punukollu accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (718) 856-3600 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Punukollu accept in Brooklyn, NY?

    Dr. Punukollu in Brooklyn, NY 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

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elderplan

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Healthfirst

    • Humana

    • Medicaid

    • Medicare

    • UnitedHealthcare

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    Where is Dr. Punukollu's office located?

    Dr. Hima Punukollu's Primary Practice

    3309 Church Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11203

    (718) 856-3600

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    Dr. Hima Punukollu's Practice 2

    1502 Caton Ave

    Brooklyn, NY 11226

    (646) 428-0400

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

    Dr. Punukollu's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1104989490.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Punukollu?

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

    What is Dr. Hima Punukollu's specialty?

    Dr. Punukollu is a Internist near Brooklyn, NY.

    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. Punukollu to book an appointment today.

    Is this Dr. Hima Punukollu affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Punukollu is affiliated with One Brooklyn Health - Brookdale Hospital 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

    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 Hima Punukollu accepting new patients in Brooklyn, NY?

    Yes, Dr. Hima Punukollu is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Hima Punukollu offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Punukollu's office at (718) 856-3600 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Hima Punukollu?

    Please contact Dr. Punukollu's office at (718) 856-3600 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

    Which board certifications does Dr. Hima Punukollu have?

    Dr. Hima Punukollu is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.

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