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Accepting patients
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Penukonda, Pediatric Endocrinologist in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Sasi Penukonda, MD is a Pediatric Endocrinologist, who primarily practices in Shreveport, LA. Dr. Penukonda is fluent in English, and is currently seeing new patients. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Penukonda’s office at (413) 594-3111.
What languages does Dr. Penukonda speak?
Dr. Penukonda and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
What conditions does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Penukonda typically treat?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, Dr. Penukonda 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. Penukonda. 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:
- Type 1 Diabetes
- Type 1 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 1
- Type 1 diabetes
- Diabetes Tests & Diagnosis
- Hyperglycemia
- Juvenile Diabetes
- Insulin-Dependent Diabetes
- T1D
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Glucose in Type 1 Diabetes
- High Blood Sugar Episode
ICD-10 Codes:
- E109: Type 1 diabetes mellitus without complications
- E1065: Type 1 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Short Stature in Children
- Growth Disorder
- Child Growth Problems
- Dwarfism
- Growth Retardation
ICD-10 Codes:
- R6252: Short stature (child)
Also known as:
- Prediabetes
- Insulin resistance
- High blood sugar risk
- Borderline diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E88819: Insulin resistance, unspecified
Also known as:
- Abnormal Thyroid Function Test Results
- Thyroid Disease
- Unusual thyroid test results
- Irregular thyroid function
- Thyroid hormone levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- R946: Abnormal results of thyroid function studies
Also known as:
- Hashimoto's Disease
- Thyroid Disease
- Hashimoto's disease
- Autoimmune thyroiditis
- Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis
ICD-10 Codes:
- E063: Autoimmune thyroiditis
Also known as:
- Early Puberty
- Puberty
- Central precocious puberty
- Precocious puberty
- Puberty at a young age
ICD-10 Codes:
- E301: Precocious puberty
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
Also known as:
- Adrenal Gland Overactivity
- Adrenal Gland Disorder
- Adrenocortical Hyperfunction
- Excess Adrenal Hormones
- Adrenal Hyperactivity
ICD-10 Codes:
- E270: Other adrenocortical overactivity
What procedures does a Pediatric Endocrinologist like Dr. Penukonda typically perform?
As a Pediatric Endocrinologist, procedures performed by Dr. Sasi Penukonda may include:
- Adrenal Surgery
- Comparative Genomic Hybridization
- D and C / Vacuum Aspiration
- Diabetes Blood Sugar Management
- Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease Monitoring
- Diabetes Consultation
- Doppler Ultrasound
- Egg Freezing/ Fertility Preservation
Please contact Dr. Penukonda's office directly to confirm care for your specific procedure, for more information, or to schedule a consultation.
Does Dr. Penukonda accept my insurance?
Dr. Penukonda accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (413) 594-3111 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Penukonda accept in Shreveport, LA?
Dr. Penukonda in Shreveport, LA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Louisiana
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Independence Health Group
UMR Administered Payer
UnitedHealth Group
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Penukonda's office located?
Dr. Sasi Penukonda's Primary Practice
2032 Elizabeth Ave
Shreveport, LA 71104
(413) 594-3111
What is Dr. Penukonda's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Penukonda's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1811220957.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Penukonda?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Penukonda
What is Dr. Sasi Penukonda's specialty?
Dr. Penukonda is a Pediatric Endocrinologist near Shreveport, LA.
What does a Pediatric Endocrinologist do?
A pediatrician specializing in the care of infants, children, and adolescents with diseases caused by abnormalities in the endocrine glands, which produce hormones. This includes conditions such as diabetes mellitus, growth failure, atypical body size for age, early or delayed puberty, congenital abnormalities, and disorders affecting the thyroid, adrenal, and pituitary glands, as well as the genital region.
Is this Dr. Sasi Penukonda affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Penukonda is affiliated with Holyoke Medical Center, Ochsner Lsu Health - St. Mary Medical Center, Christus Highland 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
When to see a Pediatric Endocrinologist?: Guides for symptoms, conditions, and treatments
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Is Sasi Penukonda accepting new patients in Shreveport, LA?
Yes, Dr. Sasi Penukonda is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Sasi Penukonda offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Penukonda's office at (413) 594-3111 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Sasi Penukonda?
Please contact Dr. Penukonda's office at (413) 594-3111 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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