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15 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Kunkle, Internist in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Rama Kunkle, DO is an Internist, who primarily practices in Phoenix, AZ with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 15 years and is board certified. Dr. Kunkle graduated from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. Dr. Kunkle is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Kunkle’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Kunkle’s office at (602) 445-0751.
Where did Dr. Kunkle go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine
What languages does Dr. Kunkle speak?
Dr. Kunkle and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does Dr. Kunkle treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Kunkle 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. Kunkle. 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:
- Palliative Care
- Comfort care
- Supportive care
- Symptom management care
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z515: Encounter for palliative care
Also known as:
- General Counseling Services
- Personal Counseling
- Life Coaching
- Support Services
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z7189: Other specified counseling
Also known as:
- End of Life Issues
- DNR order
- Advance directive
- Living will
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z66: Do not resuscitate
Also known as:
- Acute Respiratory Failure with Low Oxygen
- Respiratory Failure
- Sudden lung failure with low oxygen
- Hypoxic respiratory failure
- Acute breathing failure with hypoxia
ICD-10 Codes:
- J9601: Acute respiratory failure with hypoxia
Also known as:
- Brain disease (encephalopathy)
- Brain Disease
- Brain disorder
- Brain dysfunction
- Encephalopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- G9340: Encephalopathy, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease
- Kidney Failure
- Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD)
- Helping Your Child Adapt to Life with Chronic Kidney Disease
- ESRD
- End-Stage Renal Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N186: End stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Dependence on Ventilator
- Respirator Dependence
- Breathing Machine Reliance
- Long-term Ventilation
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z9911: Dependence on respirator [ventilator] status
Also known as:
- Sudden Cardiac Arrest
- Heart stops beating
- Cardiopulmonary arrest
ICD-10 Codes:
- I469: Cardiac arrest, cause unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Kunkle perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Rama Kunkle may include:
- Ambulatory Care Consultation
- Annual Check Up
- Annual Physical
- Aromatherapy
- Bladder and Bowel Management
- Blood Pressure Testing
- Bowel and Bladder Management
- Certified Medical Examination for Commercial Driver / Vessel Master
For detailed information, please contact Dr. Kunkle's office.
Does Dr. Kunkle accept my insurance?
Dr. Kunkle accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (602) 445-0751 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Kunkle accept in Phoenix, AZ?
Dr. Kunkle in Phoenix, AZ accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Banner Health
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mercy Care Plan
Mercy Maricopa Integrated Care
Scan Health Plan
State of Arizona
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Kunkle's office located?
What is Dr. Kunkle's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Kunkle's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1386845758.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Kunkle?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Kunkle
What is Dr. Rama Kunkle's specialty?
Dr. Kunkle is a Internist near Phoenix, AZ.
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. Kunkle to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Rama Kunkle affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Kunkle is affiliated with Honorhealth Deer Valley Medical Center, Honorhealth John C. Lincoln Medical Center 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Rama Kunkle accepting new patients in Phoenix, AZ?
Yes, Dr. Rama Kunkle is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Rama Kunkle offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Kunkle's office at (602) 445-0751 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Rama Kunkle?
Please contact Dr. Kunkle's office at (602) 445-0751 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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