AS
16 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Telehealth
Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Sarma, Internist in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Akkaraju Sarma, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Atlanta, GA with 2 additional practice locations. He has been practicing for over 16 years and is board certified. Dr. Sarma is fluent in English, Spanish, and Telugu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sarma’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sarma’s office at (404) 474-1264.
Where did Dr. Sarma go to medical school and complete their residency?
Medical School: American University of The Caribbean / School of Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sarma speak?
Dr. Sarma and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Spanish
Telugu
What conditions does Dr. Sarma treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sarma 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. Sarma. 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:
- Routine Adult Health Checkup
- Health Checkup
- Adult physical exam
- Annual wellness visit for adults
- General adult medical exam
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0000: Encounter for general adult medical examination without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- Immunization Visit
- Vaccines
- Vaccination appointment
- Shot visit
- Immunization encounter
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z23: Encounter for immunization
Also known as:
- Fatigue
- Tiredness
- Lack of energy
- Exhaustion
ICD-10 Codes:
- R5383: Other fatigue
Also known as:
- Adult Health Checkup with Abnormal Findings
- Health Checkup
- Adult Physical Exam with Issues
- Routine Checkup with Concerns
- General Medical Exam with Abnormal Results
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0001: Encounter for general adult medical examination with abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Sinusitis
- Sinus Infection
- Rhinosinusitis
- Acute Sinus Infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J0190: Acute sinusitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Depression
- Clinical depression
- Major depressive disorder
- Mood disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- F32A: Depression, unspecified
Also known as:
- Nutrition Counseling
- Nutrition
- Dietary advice
- Nutritional guidance
- Healthy eating counseling
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z713: Dietary counseling and surveillance
Also known as:
- Routine Blood Pressure Check (Normal Findings)
- Vital Signs
- Normal BP reading
- Blood pressure screening, all clear
- Healthy blood pressure check
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z0130: Encounter for examination of blood pressure without abnormal findings
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Acute Bronchitis
- Chest cold
- Short-term bronchitis
- Acute chest infection
ICD-10 Codes:
- J209: Acute bronchitis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sarma perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Akkaraju Sarma 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. Sarma's office.
Does Dr. Sarma accept my insurance?
Dr. Sarma accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (404) 474-1264 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sarma accept in Atlanta, GA?
Dr. Sarma in Atlanta, GA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carepoint Health
Christian Healthcare Ministries
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Express Scripts
Humana
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Georgia
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sarma's office located?
Dr. Akkaraju Sarma also offers virtual visits
Dr. Akkaraju Sarma's Primary Practice
755 Mount Vernon Hwy NE
Atlanta, GA 30328
(404) 474-1264
What is Dr. Sarma's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sarma's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1477758977.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sarma?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sarma
What is Dr. Akkaraju Sarma's specialty?
Dr. Sarma is a Internist near Atlanta, GA.
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. Sarma to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Akkaraju Sarma affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Sarma is affiliated with Piedmont Atlanta 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
Where can I learn more about Internist?
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Is Akkaraju Sarma accepting new patients in Atlanta, GA?
Yes, Dr. Akkaraju Sarma is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Akkaraju Sarma offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sarma's office at (404) 474-1264 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Akkaraju Sarma?
Please contact Dr. Sarma's office at (404) 474-1264 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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