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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Gouru, Family Medicine Specialist in Elkton, MD?
Dr. Hema Gouru, MD is a Family Medicine Specialist, who primarily practices in Elkton, MD with 2 additional practice locations. She is board certified. Dr. Gouru is fluent in English, Hindi, and Marathi, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Gouru’s practice accepts Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Gouru’s office at (302) 918-6300.
Is Dr. Gouru board certified as a Family Medicine Specialist?
Yes, Dr. Hema Gouru, MD is board certified by the American Board of Family Medicine
What languages does Dr. Gouru speak?
Dr. Gouru and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Hindi
Marathi
What conditions does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gouru typically treat?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, Dr. Gouru 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. Gouru. 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:
- Sore Throat
- Acute pharyngitis
- Throat inflammation
- Acute throat infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J029: Acute pharyngitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Common Cold
- Upper Respiratory Infection
- Head Cold
- Cold Symptoms
ICD-10 Codes:
- J069: Acute upper respiratory infection, unspecified
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:
- Painful Urination
- Urine and Urination
- Dysuria
- Burning when peeing
- Stinging during urination
ICD-10 Codes:
- R300: Dysuria
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Cough
- Coughing
- Persistent cough
- Chronic cough
ICD-10 Codes:
- R059: Cough, unspecified
Also known as:
- Exposure to COVID-19
- COVID-19 (Coronavirus Disease 2019)
- COVID-19 contact
- Suspected coronavirus exposure
- SARS-CoV-2 exposure
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z20822: Contact with and (suspected) exposure to COVID-19
What procedures does a Family Medicine Specialist like Dr. Gouru typically perform?
As a Family Medicine Specialist, procedures performed by Dr. Hema Gouru may include:
- ALCAT Testing
- Joint Injection
- Medication Assisted Treatment (MAT)
- Nebulizer Treatment
- OB Consultation
- Ozone Injection
- Post-Surgery Checkup
- Tetanus Shot
Please contact Dr. Gouru's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Gouru accept my insurance?
Dr. Gouru accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (302) 918-6300 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Gouru accept in Elkton, MD?
Dr. Gouru in Elkton, 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
Centene Corporation
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Highmark Health
Independence Health Group
Medicare
State of Delaware
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Gouru's office located?
What is Dr. Gouru's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Gouru's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1760506240.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Gouru?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Gouru
What is Dr. Hema Gouru's specialty?
Dr. Gouru is a Family Medicine Specialist near Elkton, MD.
What does a Family Medicine Specialist do?
Family Medicine is a medical specialty focused on comprehensive healthcare for individuals and families. It is a broad field that integrates biological, clinical, and behavioral sciences. The scope of family medicine covers all ages, genders, organ systems, and disease conditions, offering a holistic approach to patient care.
Is this Dr. Hema Gouru affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Gouru is affiliated with Wilmington Hospital 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 Family Medicine Specialist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
Understand your symptoms and know when it’s time to see a Family 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 Hema Gouru accepting new patients in Elkton, MD?
Yes, Dr. Hema Gouru is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Hema Gouru offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Gouru's office at (302) 918-6300 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Hema Gouru?
Please contact Dr. Gouru's office at (302) 918-6300 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Hema Gouru have?
Dr. Hema Gouru is certified by the American Board of Family Medicine.
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