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Dr. Praveena Sunkara, MD

Frisco, TX

Accepting patients
Online booking

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Sunkara, Internist in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Praveena Sunkara, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Frisco, TX. Dr. Sunkara is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sunkara’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sunkara’s office at (301) 290-5300.

    What languages does Dr. Sunkara speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Internist like Dr. Sunkara typically treat?

    As an Internist, 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. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.

    Also known as:

    • Other Mental Health Screening
    • Depression Screening
    • Mental Health Screening
    • Depression
    • Health Screening
    • Behavioral Disorder Screening
    • Psychological Evaluation
    • Mental Wellness Check
    • Depression Test
    • Mental Health Check for Depression
    • Mood Disorder Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1339: Encounter for screening examination for other mental health and behavioral disorders
    • Z1331: Encounter for screening for depression

    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:

    • 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:

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

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified

    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:

    • Hypothyroidism
    • Congenital hypothyroidism
    • Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
    • Underactive Thyroid
    • Low Thyroid Function

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified

    What procedures does an Internist like Dr. Sunkara typically perform?

    As an Internist, procedures performed by Dr. Praveena Sunkara may include:

    Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.

    Does Dr. Sunkara accept my insurance?

    Dr. Sunkara accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 290-5300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Sunkara accept in Frisco, TX?

    Dr. Sunkara in Frisco, TX accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • All Other Third Party

    • Assurant

    • Cigna Group

    • CVS Health (formerly Aetna)

    • Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)

    • Health Care Service Corporation

    • Humana

    • Medicare

    • UMR Administered Payer

    • UnitedHealth Group

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    Where is Dr. Sunkara's office located?

    Dr. Praveena Sunkara's Primary Practice

    8195 Custer Rd

    Frisco, TX 75035

    (301) 290-5300

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    Would you like to schedule an appointment with Dr. Praveena Sunkara?

    Dr. Sunkara has appointments available at her Frisco, TX office. Please select a 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 1043672041.

    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. Praveena Sunkara's specialty?

    Dr. Sunkara is a Internist near Frisco, TX.

    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. Praveena Sunkara affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Sunkara is affiliated with Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Plano, Texas Health Frisco, Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Allen, Medical City Plano Hospital which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. 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 an Internist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

    Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see an Internist. 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 Praveena Sunkara accepting new patients in Frisco, TX?

    Yes, Dr. Praveena Sunkara is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Praveena Sunkara offer online booking?

    Yes, you can use online booking to schedule an appointment with Dr. Sunkara, or call (301) 290-5300 for more information.

    How can I make an appointment with Praveena Sunkara?

    Please contact Dr. Sunkara's office at (301) 290-5300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.

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