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Dr. Sonya Purushothaman, MD

Dr. Sonya Purushothaman, MD

Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist

Rocky Mount, NC

Accepting patients

Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital

    Who is Dr. Purushothaman, Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Sonya Purushothaman, MD is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, who primarily practices in Rocky Mount, NC with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Purushothaman completed her residency at University of Hawaii. Dr. Purushothaman is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Purushothaman’s practice accepts Medicaid, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Purushothaman’s office.

    Where did Dr. Purushothaman go to medical school and complete their residency?

    • Residency: University of Hawaii

    • Medical School: Brody School of Medicine at East Carolina University

    What languages does Dr. Purushothaman speak?

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

    • English

    What conditions does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Purushothaman typically treat?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, Dr. Purushothaman 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. Purushothaman. 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:

    • Colon Cancer Screening
    • Health Screening
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening (PDQ®)
    • Screening Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Tests to Detect Colorectal Cancer and Polyps
    • Colorectal Cancer Screening
    • Colonoscopy Screening
    • Bowel Cancer Screening

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • Z1211: Encounter for screening for malignant neoplasm of colon

    Also known as:

    • Chronic Stomach Inflammation
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastritis & Gastropathy
    • Chronic gastritis
    • Long-term stomach inflammation
    • Persistent stomach lining inflammation

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K2950: Unspecified chronic gastritis without bleeding

    Also known as:

    • Blocked Esophagus
    • Esophagus Disorder
    • Esophageal Obstruction
    • Food Pipe Blockage
    • Swallowing Difficulty

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K222: Esophageal obstruction

    Also known as:

    • Benign Ascending Colon Polyp
    • Benign Transverse Colon Polyp
    • Benign Tumor
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colon Polyps
    • Non-cancerous ascending colon growth
    • Ascending colon adenoma
    • Ascending colon benign tumor
    • Non-cancerous transverse colon growth
    • Transverse colon adenoma
    • Transverse colon benign tumor

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • D122: Benign neoplasm of ascending colon
    • D123: Benign neoplasm of transverse colon

    Also known as:

    • Colon Polyps
    • Colonic Polyps
    • Colorectal polyps
    • Bowel polyps
    • Intestinal polyps

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K635: Polyp of colon

    Also known as:

    • Stomach and Duodenum Disorder
    • Stomach Disorder
    • Gastric Condition
    • Duodenal Condition
    • Digestive System Problem

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • K319: Disease of stomach and duodenum, unspecified

    Also known as:

    • Abdominal Pain
    • Stomach Ache
    • Belly Pain
    • Stomach Pain

    ICD-10 Codes:

    • R109: Unspecified abdominal pain

    What procedures does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist like Dr. Purushothaman typically perform?

    As an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sonya Purushothaman may include:

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

    Does Dr. Purushothaman accept my insurance?

    Dr. Purushothaman accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please contact the office before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.

    What insurance plans does Dr. Purushothaman accept in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Dr. Purushothaman in Rocky Mount, NC accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.

    Top Insurances

    • Adaugeo Healthcare Solutions

    • Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina

    • 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. Purushothaman's office located?

    Dr. Sonya Purushothaman's Primary Practice

    2460 Curtis Ellis Dr

    Rocky Mount, NC 27804

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    Dr. Sonya Purushothaman's Practice 2

    800 Moye Blvd

    Greenville, NC 27834

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    Dr. Sonya Purushothaman's Practice 3

    2210 Hemby Ln

    Greenville, NC 27834

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

    Dr. Purushothaman's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1932528346.

    What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Purushothaman?

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

    What is Dr. Sonya Purushothaman's specialty?

    Dr. Purushothaman is an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist near Rocky Mount, NC.

    What does an Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist do?

    A pathologist focuses on the causes and nature of diseases, contributing to diagnosis, prognosis, and treatment by applying knowledge from biological, chemical, and physical sciences in the laboratory. They utilize microscopic examinations of tissue specimens, cells, and body fluids, along with clinical laboratory tests on fluids and secretions, to diagnose, exclude, or monitor diseases.

    Is Dr. Sonya Purushothaman affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?

    Yes, Dr. Purushothaman is affiliated with Unc Health Johnston Clayton, Carteret Health Care, Ecu Health Edgecombe Hospital, Ecu Health North 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 Anatomic Pathologist & Clinical Pathologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments

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    Is Dr. Sonya Purushothaman accepting new patients in Rocky Mount, NC?

    Yes, Dr. Sonya Purushothaman is accepting new patients at this time.

    Does Dr. Sonya Purushothaman offer online booking?

    Please contact Dr. Purushothaman's office for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.

    How can I make an appointment with Dr. Sonya Purushothaman?

    Please contact Dr. Purushothaman's office to schedule an appointment.

    Where is Dr. Purushothaman's office located?

    Dr. Purushothaman's offices are located in Rocky Mount, NC and Greenville, NC.