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Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Loku Galappaththy, Rheumatologist in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy, MD is a Rheumatologist, who primarily practices in Cleveland, OH with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Loku Galappaththy is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Loku Galappaththy’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Loku Galappaththy’s office at (216) 444-2200.
What languages does Dr. Loku Galappaththy speak?
Dr. Loku Galappaththy and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Loku Galappaththy treat?
As a Rheumatologist, Dr. Loku Galappaththy 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. Loku Galappaththy. 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:
- Joint Pain
- Joint Disorder
- Pain
- Arthralgia
- Aching joints
- Sore joints
ICD-10 Codes:
- M2550: Pain in unspecified joint
Also known as:
- Rheumatoid Arthritis
- RA
- Chronic inflammatory arthritis
- Autoimmune arthritis
- Inflammatory joint disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M059: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor, unspecified
- M0600: Rheumatoid arthritis without rheumatoid factor, unspecified site
- M0579: Rheumatoid arthritis with rheumatoid factor of multiple sites without organ or systems involvement
Also known as:
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica
- Polymyalgia Rheumatica and Giant Cell Arteritis
- PMR
- Inflammatory Rheumatism
ICD-10 Codes:
- M353: Polymyalgia rheumatica
Also known as:
- Fibromyalgia
- Widespread pain syndrome
- Chronic muscle pain
- Fibromyositis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M797: Fibromyalgia
Also known as:
- Other Abnormal Immune System Markers
- Unusual immune findings
- Abnormal immunology results
- Abnormal serum immunology
ICD-10 Codes:
- R768: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
- R7689: Other specified abnormal immunological findings in serum
Also known as:
- Primary Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Osteoarthritis
- Primary Widespread Arthritis
- Idiopathic Generalized Osteoarthritis
- Generalized Degenerative Joint Disease
- Degenerative Joint Disease
- Wear-and-Tear Arthritis
- Joint Degeneration
ICD-10 Codes:
- M150: Primary generalized (osteo)arthritis
- M1990: Unspecified osteoarthritis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- Psoriatic Arthritis
- Psoriasis
- Psoriatic joint inflammation
- Arthritis with psoriasis
- Psoriasis-related joint pain
ICD-10 Codes:
- L4050: Arthropathic psoriasis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Connective Tissue Disorder
- Systemic Connective Tissue Disease
- Rheumatic Connective Tissue Disease
- Autoimmune Connective Tissue Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M359: Systemic involvement of connective tissue, unspecified
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
- Uric Acid Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1A9XX1: Chronic gout, unspecified, with tophus (tophi)
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sjogren's Syndrome
- Sjögren syndrome
- Sjogren Syndrome
- Sjögren's Disease
- Autoimmune Dry Eye Syndrome
- Dry Mouth Syndrome
ICD-10 Codes:
- M3500: Sjogren syndrome, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lupus
- Systemic lupus erythematosus
- SLE
- Disseminated lupus erythematosus
ICD-10 Codes:
- M329: Systemic lupus erythematosus, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Back Pain
- Back Pain
- Lumbago
- Lower Back Ache
- Backache
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5450: Low back pain, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pseudogout
- Gout
- Chondrocalcinosis
- CPPD Disease
- Calcium Pyrophosphate Deposition Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- M1120: Other chondrocalcinosis, unspecified site
Also known as:
- High C-Reactive Protein
- Blood
- C-Reactive Protein (CRP) Test
- Elevated CRP
- High CRP levels
- C-reactive protein elevation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R7982: Elevated C-reactive protein (CRP)
Also known as:
- Ankylosing Spondylitis
- AS', 'Bechterew's Disease
- Inflammatory Spinal Arthritis
ICD-10 Codes:
- M459: Ankylosing spondylitis of unspecified sites in spine
Which procedures does Dr. Loku Galappaththy perform as a Rheumatologist?
As a Rheumatologist, procedures performed by Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy may include:
- Abnormal ANA Testing
- Arthrocentesis
- Denosumab Injection
- Joint Aspiration
- Joint Injections
- Rheumatology Consultation
- Rheumatology Follow Up
- Viscosupplement Injections
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Loku Galappaththy's office.
Does Dr. Loku Galappaththy accept my insurance?
Dr. Loku Galappaththy accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (216) 444-2200 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Loku Galappaththy accept in Cleveland, OH?
Dr. Loku Galappaththy in Cleveland, OH accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
CareSource
Crown Cork and Seal Company
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Humana
Medical Mutual
Medicare
State of Ohio
State of Tennessee
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Loku Galappaththy's office located?
Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy's Primary Practice
9500 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44195
(216) 444-2200
Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy's Practice 2
200 Lothrop Street Thomas E Star21 Biomedical Science Tower 5716
Pittsburgh, PA 15261
What is Dr. Loku Galappaththy's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Loku Galappaththy's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1356831226.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Loku Galappaththy?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Loku Galappaththy
What is Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy's specialty?
Dr. Loku Galappaththy is a Rheumatologist near Cleveland, OH. An internist specializing in the treatment of diseases affecting the joints, muscles, bones, and tendons. This specialist diagnoses and manages conditions such as arthritis, back pain, muscle strains, common sports injuries, and collagen-related diseases. Contact Dr. Loku Galappaththy to book an appointment today.
Is this Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Loku Galappaththy is affiliated with Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Hillcrest Hospital, Fairview Hospital, Cleveland Clinic - Lutheran Hospital, Medina Hospital, Margaret Mary Health - Main Campus 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
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Is Suguni Loku Galappaththy accepting new patients in Cleveland, OH?
Yes, Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Suguni Loku Galappaththy offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Loku Galappaththy's office at (216) 444-2200 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Suguni Loku Galappaththy?
Please contact Dr. Loku Galappaththy's office at (216) 444-2200 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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