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29 Years of Experience
Accepting patients
Who is Dr. Sultana, Internist in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Ghousia Sultana, MD is an Internist, who primarily practices in Silver Spring, MD with 1 additional practice location. She has been practicing for over 29 years and is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine. Dr. Sultana graduated from Osmania Medical College and completed her residency at Howard Univ Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine. Dr. Sultana is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Sultana’s practice accepts Medicare, UnitedHealthcare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Sultana’s office at (301) 949-7000.
Where did Dr. Sultana go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Howard Univ Hosp, Hematology-Internal Medicine; Howard Univ Hosp, Internal Medicine | Howard University Program
Medical School: Osmania Med Coll- Univ Hlth Sci- Vijayawada- Hyderabad- Ap- India | University of Health Sciences / Osmania Medical College | Osmania Medical College
Is Dr. Sultana board certified in Internist?
Yes, Dr. Ghousia Sultana, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine
What languages does Dr. Sultana speak?
Dr. Sultana and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does Dr. Sultana treat?
As a Internist, Dr. Sultana 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. Sultana. 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:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
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:
- High Cholesterol
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
- Dyslipidemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- E785: Hyperlipidemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Mixed High Cholesterol and Triglycerides
- Cholesterol
- Triglycerides
- Mixed hyperlipidemia
- Combined hyperlipidemia
- High lipids
ICD-10 Codes:
- E782: Mixed hyperlipidemia
Also known as:
- Type 2 Diabetes with High Blood Sugar
- Type 2 Diabetes
- Diabetes Type 2
- Hyperglycemia
- Type 2 diabetes
- Diabetic Hyperglycemia
- High Blood Glucose
- High Sugar Levels
- Diabetes Mellitus Type 2
- Adult-Onset Diabetes
- Non-Insulin Dependent Diabetes
ICD-10 Codes:
- E1165: Type 2 diabetes mellitus with hyperglycemia
- E119: Type 2 diabetes mellitus without complications
Also known as:
- Anemia
- Low Red Blood Cell Count
- Low Hemoglobin
- Iron deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D649: Anemia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Ischemic Stroke
- Brain Attack
- Cerebral Infarction
- Brain Ischemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- I639: Cerebral infarction, unspecified
Also known as:
- Hypothyroidism
- Congenital hypothyroidism
- Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid)
- Underactive Thyroid
- Low Thyroid Function
ICD-10 Codes:
- E039: Hypothyroidism, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acid Reflux
- GERD
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Adults
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Children
- Acid Reflux (GER & GERD) in Infants
- Gastroesophageal Reflux
- Heartburn
- Indigestion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K219: Gastro-esophageal reflux disease without esophagitis
Also known as:
- Heart Failure
- Congestive Heart Failure
- CHF
- Cardiac Insufficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- I509: Heart failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- Obesity
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- Excess Weight
- Being Overweight
- High BMI
ICD-10 Codes:
- E669: Obesity, unspecified
Also known as:
- Asymptomatic Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins
- Varicose Veins without Symptoms
- Silent Varicose Veins
ICD-10 Codes:
- I8393: Asymptomatic varicose veins of bilateral lower extremities
Also known as:
- Rectal Prolapse
- Pelvic Floor Disorder
- Rectal Disorder
- Protruding Rectum
- Bowel Prolapse
- Rectal Eversion
ICD-10 Codes:
- K623: Rectal prolapse
Also known as:
- COPD
- Chronic Obstructive Pulmonary Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
- Emphysema and Chronic Bronchitis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J449: Chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Low Neutrophil Count
- Blood Disorder
- Neutropenia
- Low white blood cell count
- Neutrophil deficiency
ICD-10 Codes:
- D709: Neutropenia, unspecified
Also known as:
- Pulmonary Embolism
- Blood clot in lung
- Lung embolism
- PE
ICD-10 Codes:
- I2699: Other pulmonary embolism without acute cor pulmonale
Also known as:
- Gout
- Gouty Arthritis
- Uric Acid Arthritis
- Hyperuricemia
ICD-10 Codes:
- M109: Gout, unspecified
Also known as:
- Sciatica (Right Side)
- Sciatica
- Right Sciatic Nerve Pain
- Right Leg Nerve Pain
- Right Lumbar Radiculopathy
ICD-10 Codes:
- M5431: Sciatica, right side
Also known as:
- Vitamin D Deficiency
- Low Vitamin D Levels
- Lack of Vitamin D
- Hypovitaminosis D
ICD-10 Codes:
- E559: Vitamin D deficiency, unspecified
Which procedures does Dr. Sultana perform as a Internist?
As a Internist, procedures performed by an Dr. Ghousia Sultana 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. Sultana's office.
Does Dr. Sultana accept my insurance?
Dr. Sultana accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (301) 949-7000 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Sultana accept in Silver Spring, MD?
Dr. Sultana in Silver Spring, MD accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Carefirst BlueCross BlueShield
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Department of Defense / Tricare
FCE Benefit Administrators
Medicare
Mutual of Omaha
State of Maryland
UnitedHealthcare
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Where is Dr. Sultana's office located?
Dr. Ghousia Sultana's Primary Practice
12107 Heritage Park Cir
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 949-7000
What is Dr. Sultana's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Sultana's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1346294279.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Sultana?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Sultana
What is Dr. Ghousia Sultana's specialty?
Dr. Sultana is a Internist near Silver Spring, MD.
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. Sultana to book an appointment today.Is this Dr. Ghousia Sultana affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
No, Sultana is not affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals 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 Ghousia Sultana accepting new patients in Silver Spring, MD?
Yes, Dr. Ghousia Sultana is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Ghousia Sultana offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Sultana's office at (301) 949-7000 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Ghousia Sultana?
Please contact Dr. Sultana's office at (301) 949-7000 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
Which board certifications does Dr. Ghousia Sultana have?
Dr. Ghousia Sultana is certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine.
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